Low Testosterone
What is Testosterone Deficiency?
Testosterone is the essential hormone in men for sexual desire and sexual function, and it also has important quality of life effects on energy, muscle, bone, cardiovascular health and brain function.
It has been researched that 20% of men over 60 and up to 50% of men over the age of 80 suffer from the clinical diagnosis of testosterone deficiency.
Testosterone levels decline with some medical conditions (like diabetes and obesity), and/or the use of medications (like opioid pain medication). Since testosterone levels can also decline after age 30 or 40 at a rate of approximately 1- 2 % per year, some men may notice symptoms of low testosterone as early as their 40’s or 50’s.
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Scientific Studies
Symptoms of Testosterone Deficiency
Sexual Signs and Symptoms
- Reduced sex drive
- Reduced erectile function
Physical Signs and Symptoms
- Reduced energy
- Reduced endurance
- Diminished work performance
- Diminished physical performance
- Loss of body hair
- Reduced beard growth
- Fatigue
- Reduced lean muscle mass
- Obesity
- Change in sleep pattern
Cognitive Signs and Symptoms
- Depressive symptoms
- Cognitive dysfunction
- Reduced motivation
- Poor concentration
- Poor memory
- Irritability
Causes of Testosterone Deficiency in Calgary Men
Primary Causes
Secondary Causes
Screening for Testosterone Deficiency in Calgary
Calgary Low Testosterone Treatment
Our doctor will evaluate your situation and offer a thorough assessment.
The Calgary Precision Sexual Health Clinic for Men offers a Testosterone Replacement Therapy Program. Book a consultation now to get started quickly.
Related treatments we offer include:
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Injection Therapy
Trimix
Sex Therapy
Shockwave Therapy
Lifestyle Modifications
In addition to potentially starting testosterone replacement, men should do everything they can to improve their vascular and aerobic health. Exercise is very important as is a good diet.
Lifestyle changes may allow a man to achieve a higher level of testosterone naturally. Some of the potential lifestyle changes a man can try include:
- Quitting smoking
- Exercising regularly
- Reducing the consumption of alcohol
- Eliminating the use of recreational drugs
