5 Signs You May Be Suffering From Low Testosterone

You made it through puberty back in your teens and thought you were finished with awkward body changes. But now you’re older and experiencing a new round. That’s because hormone levels fluctuate throughout your life, sometimes subtly, sometimes more profoundly. After age 30, your testosterone levels start to dip. It’s a gradual process for most, but eventually, you’ll begin to see the signs.

When this happens, endocrinology experts Ashok Kadambi, MD, and Crystal Webb, NP-C

can help you feel like your best self again. At their practice, Fort Wayne Endocrinology, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, this team has restored hormone balance and vitality for countless men with testosterone replacement therapy. 

If you’ve noticed some of the following body changes, you may be suffering from low testosterone or low T.

1. Erectile dysfunction

Difficulty getting or keeping an erection, otherwise known as erectile dysfunction (ED), is one of the best-known symptoms of low T. Thanks to a plethora of television commercials and online advertising for products that help with this condition, men everywhere have been inundated with information.

But beware. Those over-the-counter products could cause you to overlook the possibility of other reasons for your ED. Trouble getting and maintaining an erection could be a sign of low testosterone, but it may also result from another health condition, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or a thyroid problem. Come see an expert 

2. Low libido

Losing interest in sex is not an inevitable part of growing older. However, because testosterone plays an essential role in your sex drive when that hormone declines with age, you may not have the same level of sexual desire as you used to. But testosterone replacement therapy can reverse that and turn your libido back on.

3.  Weight gain and loss of muscle mass

Although these are two individual signs, they go hand in hand. Low T often leads to reduced muscle mass. The size of your muscles may affect your ego and appearance, but it doesn’t necessarily decrease your overall strength or muscle function. 

Weight gain and increased overall body fat is tied to your decreased muscle mass. You may even notice that low T has caused you to develop enlarged breast tissue. 

4. Insomnia 

Difficulty sleeping, which can contribute to daytime fatigue and an overall lack of energy, is a common symptom of low testosterone. Fortunately, it’s one that can be remedied with testosterone replacement treatment.

5. Depression, irritability, and a lack of motivation

Diminished testosterone impacts your emotional health as well as physical health. Feelings of depression are common, along with difficulty concentrating and a lack of motivation and drive. These issues may also be linked to the decreased sex drive and fatigue that accompany low testosterone.

Positive results 

Most men notice relief from their low-T symptoms in a matter of a few weeks. As your testosterone levels return, you should experience a healthier libido, have fewer problems with erections, and start feeling more like yourself again. 

There’s no reason for you to endure the side effects of low testosterone, especially if it’s tanking your self-esteem and personal relationships. If you’re experiencing any of the signs of low-T listed here, contact the experienced specialists at Fort Wayne Endicronoly and find out if testosterone replacement therapy is right for you. 

Call (260) 204-5819 to book a consultation or request an appointment online.