Testosterone Deficiencies: Causes, Types, and Treatments

Although common—affecting four to five million men in the United States, the causes, symptoms and treatments of hypogonadism are not that well known. Hypogonadism, a disorder characterized by the body not producing enough testosterone, can affect the body in a number of ways, and often results in sexual dysfunction, fatigue, depression, irritability, and even memory loss and difficulty concentrating. It is sometimes mistaken for andropause, the male version of menopause, but unlike andropause, which is a natural part of aging, hypogonadism is a condition that can be caused by already existing diseases or other issues involving weight, stress, and certain medications. If you think you might be suffering from this condition, you don’t have to live with the symptoms. There are safe, effective ways to treat hypogonadism and return your testosterone levels to normal, getting you back to feeling your healthiest and best. Read more…