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Can Low Testosterone Cause Fatigue Headache Shaky Body In Elderly Males?
My 56 year old father has been terribly shaky for the last couple of years. In the past week, he is experiencing fatigue, headaches and memory loss. He is overweight, 280 lbs., heavy smoker and does not eat healty. He is doctor has suggested that he has low testorone and has also referred him to a neurologist tomorrow. She we be extremely worried?
Wed, 1 Oct 2014
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Hello, your fathers problem may be due to combination of unhealthy lifestyle.smoking which may have lead to neurological problems along with hormonal imbalance ,he needs to be evaluated completely .The neurologist may suggest some blood tests,if required ct scan.He may suggest some supplements
Does
1.Healthy eating habits
2.Quit smoking
3.Exercise/walking daily
4.Keep himself occupied
5.Take some multivitamins
Thank you
Dr.Krupa
Hello, your fathers problem may be due to combination of unhealthy lifestyle.smoking which may have lead to neurological problems along with hormonal imbalance ,he needs to be evaluated completely .The neurologist may suggest some blood tests,if required ct scan.He may suggest some supplements
Does
1.Healthy eating habits
2.Quit smoking
3.Exercise/walking daily
4.Keep himself occupied
5.Take some multivitamins
Thank you
Dr.Krupa
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