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Suggest Treatment For Low Testosterone Levels

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Posted on Mon, 27 Feb 2017
Question: Hi. Does a man have to see an endocrinologist to treat his low testosterone? He also has hypothyroidism.
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Answered by Dr. Elona (54 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, you can see an endocrinologist for treatment

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I have gone through your question.
I can understand your concern

Testosterone is a hormone produced by the testes in men and the ovaries in women, although females produce much lower levels. Testosterone is responsible for the characteristics we typically associate with men, from deep voices and body hair to greater bone mass and strong muscles.

Testosterone levels must remain in balance, as too much of the hormone can lead to risk-taking behaviors, aggressiveness, and other problems. Low levels of testosterone can result in the loss of libido and problems with sexual performance, and in low energy levels, the loss of lean muscle mass and an increase in fat.

First of all, just try to assess Your Symptoms. Start by taking a quick look at these symptoms. Do any of them apply to you ?
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Fatigue
Low libido
Erectile Dysfunction
Elevated cholesterol
Dry skin
Inability to concentrate and remember
Low blood pressure
Missing Outer Eyebrows
Arrhythmias (irregular heart-beats)
Feeling excessive cold
Weight Gain
Constipation

These symptoms can have many other root causes. However, when you see that you have several of them, it could point towards hypothyroidism. Also, notice that there are some symptoms that overlap with hypogonadism (low testosterone) and this can undoubtedly be partially explained by the fact that hypothyroidism can cause low testosterone as mentioned above.

The endocrinologists are mostly reluctant to treat men for low testosterone. They do this by creating a very rigid definition of what constitutes hypogonadism based on a very low testosterone threshold.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.

Thank you for asking HealthcareMagic.
Wish you good health.


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Follow up: Dr. Elona (45 minutes later)
The diagnosis has already been made. The testosterone level is 68 and the primary care physician has already diagnosed hypogonadism that is not a result of the hypothyroidism. There is a wait of about 9 weeks to get into an endocrinologist for treatment. My question is whether a specialist that is not an endocrinologist can treat this. Other specialties have shorter wait times for appointments and the primary care doctor is reluctant to treat it. What other specialist could treat this?

Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Elona (11 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Only an endocrinologist can treat Hypogonadism.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

The normal range of testosterone levels in healthy adult males is between 280 to 1,100 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL).So,your level is too low and i think you need hormone replacement therapy.

It's important to determine if a low testosterone level is due to normal aging or if it's due to a disorder.In your case the cause is Hypogonadism.

Hypogonadism is an endocrinologic disease and only an endocrinologist can treat this condition.

Yu can take testosterone injections,topical,subcutan implants or Mucoadhesive Oral Patch,you can choose the most confortable form for you,but for this you need to meet physically an endocrinologist.

I am an endocrinologist,i can help you with the doses but for the prescription ,it is necessary to consult a local endocrinologist.

Hope my information is helpful.
If you 'll need other medical advices in the future,for your endocrinologic problems,you can contact my at at HealthCareMagic at my private link: bit.do/hcm-Dr-Xhardo.
I will be happy to help.
Take care.
Note: For more information on hormonal imbalance symptoms or unmanaged diabetes with other comorbid conditions, get back to us & Consult with an Endocrinologist. Click here to book an appointment.

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Suggest Treatment For Low Testosterone Levels

Brief Answer: Yes, you can see an endocrinologist for treatment Detailed Answer: Hello dear, I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern Testosterone is a hormone produced by the testes in men and the ovaries in women, although females produce much lower levels. Testosterone is responsible for the characteristics we typically associate with men, from deep voices and body hair to greater bone mass and strong muscles. Testosterone levels must remain in balance, as too much of the hormone can lead to risk-taking behaviors, aggressiveness, and other problems. Low levels of testosterone can result in the loss of libido and problems with sexual performance, and in low energy levels, the loss of lean muscle mass and an increase in fat. First of all, just try to assess Your Symptoms. Start by taking a quick look at these symptoms. Do any of them apply to you ? -- Fatigue Low libido Erectile Dysfunction Elevated cholesterol Dry skin Inability to concentrate and remember Low blood pressure Missing Outer Eyebrows Arrhythmias (irregular heart-beats) Feeling excessive cold Weight Gain Constipation These symptoms can have many other root causes. However, when you see that you have several of them, it could point towards hypothyroidism. Also, notice that there are some symptoms that overlap with hypogonadism (low testosterone) and this can undoubtedly be partially explained by the fact that hypothyroidism can cause low testosterone as mentioned above. The endocrinologists are mostly reluctant to treat men for low testosterone. They do this by creating a very rigid definition of what constitutes hypogonadism based on a very low testosterone threshold. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. Thank you for asking HealthcareMagic. Wish you good health.