What is Low T or Low Testosterone?

What is Testosterone?

Testosterone is a naturally occurring hormone responsible for developing and sustaining the male sex organs and sexual characteristics.

Testosterone is produced in the testes. Its production is regulated by chemical messengers (hormones) released from areas within the brain.

What are the Symptoms and Causes of Low T?

The amount of testosterone produced by the testes diminishes after age 30 and eventually can become low enough to cause symptoms, often referred to as “Low T symptoms”. These symptoms may include:

  • Fatigue
  • Diminished sex drive
  • Increased fat
  • Reduced muscle
  • Depression
  • Erectile dysfunction

Additional factors that may cause low testosterone values include:

  • Chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, eating disorders and sleep disorders.
  • Chronic use of pain medication or steroids
  • Irregular functioning of the testes, thalamus, pituitary glands
  • Obesity
  • Alcohol use
  • Use of recreational drugs

What is TRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy?

At LowT Partners, we assess and treat men with low testosterone, or Low T, to help them regain their vitality and get back to the “top of their game”.

We can easily measure a person’s testosterone level with a simple blood test. If the value is low (less than 350ng/dL) and there are associated symptoms, we recommend testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). The therapy is generally in the form of a simple injection that takes just a moment to administer. Follow-up treatments at a 7-10 day interval usually results in continued resolution of the symptoms.

Let us help you put the passion and energy back in your life and get started on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Call today for an appointment to visit with one of our clinicians.