Testosterone is an important hormone regarding the physical development of men, reproductive function in men and sexual attraction in men and women. While the low level of testosterone is rare in young men with intact testicles, this is not uncommon when the level of testosterone falls in men aged. In addition, damage to the testicles can lead to a low level of this hormone, since the genital glands are responsible for its production. There are several unpleasant phenomena that are observed at a low level of testosterone in the blood.
Hypogonadism
One of the most obvious physical effects of a low level of testosterone is hypogonadism, or reduction of testicles. Depending on whether a man has a low level of testosterone from birth or whether the low level of testosterone occurs at a later age (for example, as a result of testicular injuries), hypogonadism may be present throughout a person’s life or can develop at one point or another.
Low sexual attraction
In men and women (yes, and they, too), testosterone is responsible for sexual desire, or the desire to enter into sexual intercourse. Normal, young adult males produce constant quantities of testosterone. The hormone testosterone is produced by the cells of the laydig of the testes in men, which are stimulated by a hormone called LH (or luteinizing hormone, from the anterior pituitary gland). In women, ovarian cells are able to produce testosterone. In a man and women aged, testosterone production falls, which leads to a decrease in sexual drive in both sexes.
Impact on reproductive health
Men can experience difficulties with the institution of offspring (in addition to a decrease in sexual attraction), as a result of a low level of testosterone in the blood. The correct level of male hormone is needed to maintain an erection, and also contributes to the development of spermatozoa. Thus, as a result of this state of affairs, erectile dysfunction, as well as a low (or zero) number of healthy spermatozoa, can develop in men. As a rule, men with infertility are checked for hormones.
How to determine your level of testosterone and what to do?
It is necessary to take blood tests from the vein that will determine your blood hormone level. The doctor prescribes treatment, but to increase testosterone, you can try special non -valley products (additives) based on extracts of various plants. Physical exercises and sports, proper nutrition, as well as regular sex life positively affect the level of this hormone.