Could Low Testosterone Levels Be Causing Mood Swings And Depression?
Dear Dr Topiwala I have felt depressed, low energy, low libido and generally down for a long time. I am now 25 years old and requested that my doctor test my testosterone levels. The test score was 9.5nmol (9 - 25) and i have been referred to an endocrinologist in June. I would like some thoughts as to whether this testosterone level might be causing my mood and what your thoughts are on the different approaches to treatment. I have read that direct testosterone replacement may be an option but that it can shut down the bodies own supply without supplementation with HCG? I have also read that the increase in testosterone levels can cause an increase in oestrogen and cause negative effects. Would you recommend any anti-oestrogen? Finally, I have read some recent research recommending that Clomiphene Citrate can be used in certain cases as a long-term solution to low testosterone. What are your thoughts on this? Any advice would be much appreciated as I would like to be well informed when I go to see the Endocrinologist. Many thanks in advance!
You do not have a low testosterone level as you mentioned in your result, your lab results show low normal. Secondly, test. level has no effect on your mood.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Could Low Testosterone Levels Be Causing Mood Swings And Depression?
Hello, You do not have a low testosterone level as you mentioned in your result, your lab results show low normal. Secondly, test. level has no effect on your mood. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist