The testicles are producing a hormone called testosterone which affects the appearance of masculinity, and sexual development while stimulating sperm production in them. The hormone also takes care of building muscle and bone mass. As per the report of the American Urological Association, with aging, the production of testosterone decreases nearly 40% among males aged 45 and more and its decline continues gradually. People of this age group or even those who are from the young generation who experience the following symptoms may consult the doctors of Evan Bass Men’s Clinic for necessary guidance and treatment.
Lessened Physical Drive
The drive for intiamacy in men is highly influenced by the levels of testosterone in them. People over 45s are more likely to experience a drop in their libido as they become older. On the other hand, this can be experienced by younger people which is mainly caused due to testicle trauma, genetic reason, and others.
Inability To Achieve And Maintain An Erection
People who have low T or low levels of testosterone will experience difficulty to achieve and maintaining an erection. In fact, the right level of testosterone tells the receptors of the brain to discharge nitric oxide, a molecule that aids by triggering a sequence of chemical reactions required for an erection to take place.
If the level of testosterone of a person is too low, the individual will feel inept to get the desired erection which is integral for having sex and also, having natural erections, during sleep. Under such circumstances, after necessary medical tests and evaluations, doctors may suggest testosterone replacement therapy which may treat ED. Apart from low testosterone, some other issues that may cause ED include high blood sugar, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, thyroid-related problems, stress, depression, and alcohol consumption.
Hair Loss
Testosterone plays a major role in different body functioning of an individual and one of them is hair growth. Balding often occurs in older men while other than testosterone it can be caused due to genetic reasons, illness, etc.
Fatigue
Males having low testosterone may experience extreme fatigue, lethargy, lack of energy, etc. An individual might have decreased testosterone if the person feels consistently exhausted despite having sufficient sleep.
Lessened Muscle Mass
Men with low levels of testosterone may experience a decline in their muscle mass, given that testosterone is one of the major factors that contribute to build and strengthen muscle. Having regular workouts with lifestyle changes backed by hormone optimization from Evan Bass Men’s Clinic can be helpful to build muscle mass and overcome the above-stated problems.
Diminished Bone Mass
Osteoporosis is a condition that lessens bone density and makes them prone to fracture or crack apart hindering the ability to walk properly. It is also extremely painful and often caused by low testosterone. Testosterone aids to produce and reinforce bone. Therefore, males with low levels of testosterone, particularly elderly people tend to have lessened bone volume causing easy fracture of bones.
Apart from the above, such condition can lead to hot flashes, mood changes, increase body fat, affect memory and concentration power.