How to recognize low testosterone levels?

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Testosterone is a hormone that plays an essential role in male health. The lack of this hormone causes men to experience worrying problems both physically and mentally. However, how to identify their testosterone level is still a big concern of many people.

1. What is Testosterone?

Testosterone is considered the "lifeline" for men. It is produced mainly in the Leydig cells of the testes and to a small extent in the adrenal glands. The earliest time that testosterone begins to be produced is usually in the seventh week of pregnancy. During puberty, testosterone levels will gradually increase and peak during the late teen years, then decrease or level off as you age. In adult men, testosterone is released about 4-10 mg/day. From the age of 30 onwards, testosterone levels will tend to decrease slightly each year. The hormone testosterone plays a very important role in men's health, it not only helps men's sex life to become full, but also is the key to perfect health, organs and characteristics. of men. Testosterone levels are measured through a blood test, and changes in this number reflect a man's health problems.

2. Testosterone quantification by age

Because everyone's body is different, so the level of testosterone in the blood also varies, it depends on thyroid function, protein status and a few other factors:
According to the American Urological Association In the United States (AUA), a normal testosterone level for adult men is at least 300 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL). If a man has a testosterone level below 300 ng/dL, there is a high chance that he has low testosterone. In women aged 19, normal testosterone levels will range from 8-60 ng/dL.
Between the ages of 18-19 testosterone will peak, then decline throughout the rest of adulthood.
During pregnancy, testosterone is essential for the normal development of the fetus. It plays an important role in controlling the development of the male reproductive system. In addition, testosterone levels also affect brain function, if the fetus's hormone levels are too high, it will lead to the risk of autism syndrome later in life.
Natural testosterone blood levels are at their highest during adolescence and early adulthood.
Testosterone determines the physical signs of men, from building muscle, changing a deep voice to a more masculine facial structure.

3. Testosterone test

To find out how much testosterone is in your blood, low or high, you need a testosterone test. There are two main types of testosterone tests:
Total Testosterone: The test measures the load of both protein bound testosterone and free testosterone. Free Testosterone: The test helps to determine the amount of free testosterone. Free testosterone can provide additional information about some of your health conditions.

4. Signs and symptoms of low testosterone levels

Through measuring testosterone production in the body can help doctors assess fertility as well as sexual ability of men. If testosterone levels are too low, it will greatly affect the overall health of men. Here are some signs and symptoms that indicate you have low testosterone levels in your blood:
Decreased sex drive: It can be seen that testosterone is an indispensable element in sexual activities, it forms and increase libido in men. Therefore, if testosterone levels are reduced, men will increasingly lose their sexual desire and do not achieve orgasm when entering "love", over time, they will no longer be interested in sex. pillow again.
Trouble getting an erection: Besides stimulating sex drive, testosterone also has another equally important job - helping to achieve and maintain an erection. Although testosterone doesn't directly cause an erection, it does stimulate the brain's receptors, which produce the chemical that triggers the chemical reactions needed for an erection. If testosterone levels are too low, it can make it difficult for a man to get an erection during sex or during sleep.
Reduce semen volume: Testosterone is an important link that helps testes and adrenal glands produce semen - a milky white liquid that is an effective assistant for sperm movement and fertilization. . Men with low testosterone levels are at risk for a decrease in the volume of semen secreted, adversely affecting sperm quality and the fertilization process.
Causes hair loss: Testosterone is an important factor involved in the formation and growth of hair and hair, so a deficiency of this hormone can cause men to lose hair and hair.
Body fatigue: The decline in testosterone in the blood is one of the main causes of extreme fatigue, reduced energy, and loss of motivation to work. If fatigue continues for a long time, it can make you exhausted, seriously affecting your health as well as work and quality of daily life.
Muscle loss: Testosterone is also involved in the formation of muscle mass of the body, so men with low testosterone levels are more likely to lose muscle mass and gradually lose muscle.

More prone to obesity: Men with low testosterone levels often experience a lot of excess fat due to insufficient testosterone in metabolism and metabolism, causing high cholesterol accumulation leading to obesity. In addition, in some cases, there is an enlarged breast tissue, also known as gynecomastia, in men.
Decrease in bone mass: Testosterone is a hormone involved in the production and strengthening of bones. When the body is deficient in testosterone, conditions such as osteoporosis, bone loss, thinning bones or decreased bone mass can occur, especially in older people.
Affects mood: When male sex hormone levels are sharply reduced, men cannot get rid of instability in mood and spirit. Many cases have experienced negative symptoms both physically and psychologically, leading to depression, melancholy and loss of concentration.

5. Measures to help increase testosterone levels naturally

If you notice any signs and symptoms of low testosterone, you should change your daily routine, build a scientific diet from today. You can take the following measures to help improve testosterone levels in your blood:
Exercise regularly: You should spend about 30 minutes a day exercising. Moderately intense physical activity helps increase natural testosterone hormone levels, thereby improving sexual and physiological function.
Weight loss: Obesity is one of the main causes of bad effects on testosterone production in the testicles, so if you are overweight, lose weight in a healthy way.
Build a scientific diet: you should limit eating foods high in fat, animal fat, starch to improve testosterone levels in the body, thereby preventing serious diseases other. Actively supplement nutrients, rich in vitamins for the body.
Quit smoking and limit alcohol: Smoking and alcohol can increase the risk of erectile dysfunction, decrease sex drive and cause testosterone levels to plummet. So you should give up the habit of smoking as well as limit the use of alcohol today to improve your health

Beware of medications you're taking: The side effects of medications you're taking to treat other medical conditions can also cause testosterone to drop. It is best to visit your doctor to get specific instructions.

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Reference source: Webmd.com