Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone that is important for physical and mental health. Testosterone deficiency, also known as hypogonadism or low T, refers to a lack of sufficient testosterone production in the body. This can occur for different reasons:
Some common symptoms of testosterone deficiency include:
Diagnosis involves checking a blood test for total testosterone levels in the early morning when levels peak in men. A total testosterone level below 300 ng/dL generally indicates hypogonadism.
Treatment for testosterone deficiency involves testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to restore normal levels. Options include:
If you think you may have signs of low testosterone, I encourage you to schedule a consultation at Butterfly Hormone Center. Our experienced physicians specialize in accurately diagnosing and effectively treating testosterone deficiency to help men regain energy, strength, and quality of life. Treatment is customized to your unique health profile. Butterfly Hormone Center provides medical-grade bioidentical testosterone along with ongoing monitoring and follow-up care. We accept most major insurance plans.
I hope this overview on what testosterone deficiency is and how it can be treated was helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.