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What Causes Low Sex Drive, Irritation And Weakness?
Question: Hi,
I believe I have low T as I exhibit a lot of the symptoms. Low sex drive, irritability, not happy, hard time building muscle, no energy, eating terrible sleep - generally not feeling like myself or well at all and its been going on for at least 6-9 months now. I had my testosterone tested by my family doctor and my level was 464. However, I am reading that this is low for my age and he did not test my free testosterone. Im wondering what kind of doctor I would be better off going to, is their anything natural I can do? Are there a lot of dangers with hormone replacement therapy and is this something I will have to be on my whole life? I also have very little hair on my body although my brother is covered - just now at 34 do I have to shave everyday and its only my chin and mustache area - perhaps I have always been a little low... thanks in advance - just want to feel better.
I believe I have low T as I exhibit a lot of the symptoms. Low sex drive, irritability, not happy, hard time building muscle, no energy, eating terrible sleep - generally not feeling like myself or well at all and its been going on for at least 6-9 months now. I had my testosterone tested by my family doctor and my level was 464. However, I am reading that this is low for my age and he did not test my free testosterone. Im wondering what kind of doctor I would be better off going to, is their anything natural I can do? Are there a lot of dangers with hormone replacement therapy and is this something I will have to be on my whole life? I also have very little hair on my body although my brother is covered - just now at 34 do I have to shave everyday and its only my chin and mustache area - perhaps I have always been a little low... thanks in advance - just want to feel better.
Brief Answer:
Need to consult qualified Endocrinilogist.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have varied symptoms which you are thinking them to be due to low testosterone levels.
First off al I would like to state that the level of 464 is not low and within normal range for your age.
Please consult qualified Endocrinologist for clinical assessment and hormonal study particularly about growth hormone.
Your symptoms are most likely anxiety related and a guidance and counselling by a Psychiatrist will help to resolve your problems.
Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,
I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.
Need to consult qualified Endocrinilogist.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have varied symptoms which you are thinking them to be due to low testosterone levels.
First off al I would like to state that the level of 464 is not low and within normal range for your age.
Please consult qualified Endocrinologist for clinical assessment and hormonal study particularly about growth hormone.
Your symptoms are most likely anxiety related and a guidance and counselling by a Psychiatrist will help to resolve your problems.
Hope I have answered your query ,please feel free to ask if you have more questions ,
I shall be happy to help you
Thanks and Regards.
Dr.Patil.
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