Surgeon-urologist, andrologist, oncourologist Mark Gadziyan listed 20 signs of testosterone decline in men. According to him, if there are at least three signs from the list, this is a reason to think and see a doctor.
Testosterone is the main sex hormone, androgen. It controls the work of many body systems.
According to the doctor, these signs indicate its decrease in the body:
- Decreased interest in sexual life
- Erectile dysfunction observed
- Decreased energy levels, fatigue appears
- There is a decrease in muscle mass and strength
- Fat mass increases
- Memory and concentration deteriorates
- Nervousness and irritability appear
- As well as drowsiness and insomnia
- In men, the mammary glands increase, “growing breasts»
- The quality of the skin and hair decreases
- The amount of fluid in the body increases
- Decreased vision
- Bone loss
- Decrease in body hair
- Decrease in sperm count
- Decrease in joy and satisfaction
- Appetite gets worse
- Testicles get smaller
- Teeth and gums get worse
- Height decreases
The doctor notes that after 40 years, the deficiency of this hormone is observed in “almost half of the men.” However, very few people know about this and correct its level. The easiest way is to take tests and get a doctor's recommendation.
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Mark Gadziyan Medicine Surgeon-urologist, andrologist, oncourologist