Testosterone is the male sex hormone. They are the one responsible in the changes in boys during puberty, which includes the growth of body hairs, enlargement of the penis, muscle mass development and production of sperm.

Low testosterone, or male hypogonadism, is a condition where your testicles do not produce enough testosterone. This can be due to certain medical conditions, a problem with your pituitary gland or congenital issues, infections, stress or as a result to treatments (radiation and/or chemotherapy.

We have the best urologist in East New York at Doral Health and Wellness Urology Center. If you are having issues with your testosterone, you can contact us by visiting our clinic or visiting our website at https://www.urologistbrooklyn.com.

Most men with low testosterone shows no signs or symptoms, or asymptomatic. However, there are reports that men who has low testosterone levels have noticed changes in their sex drive, erections, muscle mass and have experienced poor sleeping patterns, irritability and feeling more restless and seems to be always tired.

Low testosterone can affect you at any age you are in. You could also have a higher risk of having this condition if you:

• Are obese
• Are older
• Have a very poorly managed medical condition, such as Type 2 diabetes, kidney dysfunction or cirrhosis of the liver
• Have obstructive sleep apnea
• Have HIV and/or AIDS

Symptoms for these condition can also vary, depending on your age. Some of the symptoms you may experience can include:

• Low libido or reduced sex drive
• Erectile dysfunction
• Your testicles may shrink
• Losing of body hairs, such as armpit hairs and pubic hairs
• Infertility

You may also notice a change in your:

• Mood
• Body fat
• Muscle strength and mass
• Ability to concentrate

Because these condition usually has no symptoms, it is important that you have yourself checked. You can ask your medical provider to run some tests to measure your testosterone levels. For proper diagnosis, you will be asked about your medical history, smoking history and blood tests may also be ordered. You may be asked to undergo a total testosterone level blood test, luteinizing hormone (LH) blood test and a prolactin blood test. These tests can help confirm your low testosterone and can also determine the cause of your condition.

Treatments for these conditions can vary, including having to undergo testosterone replacement therapy. Like any other treatment, testosterone therapy has risks and have unknown side effects. Although it is generally safe, testosterone therapy is very likely to make fertility worse. Talk to your medical provider if you want to preserve your fertility.

You can schedule an appointment with Doral Health and Wellness Urology Center’s best urologist in Brooklyn. Our specialists will work with you in managing your condition. To schedule an appointment, please visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11212 or call 1-718-367-2555. You can also visit our website at www.urologistbrooklyn.com.