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How Can Low Testosterone Be Treated?

Hi there, I have just had my testosterone tested and the results came back pretty low but just within tolerance. (11.8 nmol/L recommend is 10 -35) would this low testosterone warren me getting some kind of patch or cream? I'm 23 years old and have a perfect diet and train hard with proper rest days.
Thu, 9 Oct 2014
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You are concerned about a borderline low testosterone levels on recent lab screening. In my practice if I received a level similar to yours I would recommend a repeat fasting testosterone level before starting replacement therapy. Other doctors may proceed with replacement. It all depends on if you have symptoms of low testosterone like, lack or energy, erectile dysfunction or lack of libido. In this case replacement would be warranted.

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How Can Low Testosterone Be Treated?

Thanks for contacting HCM with your health care questions You are concerned about a borderline low testosterone levels on recent lab screening. In my practice if I received a level similar to yours I would recommend a repeat fasting testosterone level before starting replacement therapy. Other doctors may proceed with replacement. It all depends on if you have symptoms of low testosterone like, lack or energy, erectile dysfunction or lack of libido. In this case replacement would be warranted. Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your health care questions and concerns