The Impact of Low Testosterone

Low testosterone impacts more areas of life than we commonly think, and affects nearly 40% of men over the age of 45. Often assumed to be a normal, if inconvenient, part of aging, low testosterone can cause a wide range of imbalances in a man’s life, including mood swings, fatigue, poor sexual function, muscle loss, weight gain, and more. Fortunately, low testosterone, or “low-T,” as it is often referred to, can be treated.

The Importance of Balanced Testosterone for Mental and Physical Health

Research shows that a man’s testosterone levels begin slowly falling when he reaches his mid-20’s. Because T-levels fall slowly but steadily, at 1-2% per year, most men don’t notice changes at first. But by roughly 40 years of age, testosterone levels in most men are depleted as much as 50%.

As testosterone levels decline, men may notice symptoms that they often confuse with “getting old” or natural aging. These include:

• Hair loss
• Fatigue
• Mood swings and depression
• Increased body fat, especially in the abdominal area
• Decreased libido

Unfortunately, low testosterone causes a hormonal imbalance that is linked to further disorders, such as:

• Osteoporosis and thinning of bones
• Heart and coronary artery disease
• Diabetes

Treating low-T can reduce your risks of heart and coronary artery disease by:

• Making it easier to lose weight
• Increasing healthy lipids
• Decreasing harmful cholesterol levels
• Improving the function of blood vessels and the heart’s testosterone receptors

You don’t have to live with low testosterone or accept it as “just another part of aging.” Identifying and treating low testosterone can improve your wellbeing, as well as reduce your risk of developing more serious diseases.  

Identifying and Treating Low Testosterone

If you suspect you may be experiencing low testosterone, you are not alone. It occurs in roughly 39% of men over aged 45. A simple blood test measures hormone levels within as little as 15 minutes. Testosterone replacement therapy can boost your levels back into a more comfortable range, resulting in a better mood, enhanced sex life, higher energy levels, weight loss, and reduced risk for heart disease.

Invigorate is a men’s health and wellness clinic located in Wichita Falls, Texas. If you’re ready to balance your testosterone today for a healthy mind, body, and sex life, Invigorate offers free blood tests and welcomes walk-ins. Call (940) 386-9334 today, or visit us on Facebook to learn more about clinic events and our latest news!