Symptoms of Low Testosterone
Hypogonadism is a medical condition that occurs in men whose bodies do not produce enough of the hormone testosterone. In men, a normal level of testosterone should fall in the range of 300 to 1,000 ng/dL. Testing for testosterone levels can be done using a blood sample. Low testosterone levels and Low T symptoms can occur as the result of several different medical conditions, including chronic illnesses, delayed puberty, noncancerous tumors, chemotherapy, and testicle failure. However, it is important to realize that testosterone levels in men normally decrease starting around the age of 30 years old.
If you are a man who suffers from hypogonadism, you will likely experience some of the Low T Symptoms below:
- Decreased sex drive/libido
- Problems maintining an erection
- Decrease in energy level/fatigue
- Problems with concentration
- Depression/mood disorders
Testosterone Replacement Therapy Drugs
The drugs that doctors use to treat low testosterone levels (hypogonadism) come in many forms. A popular medication Androderm is produced as a transdermal skin patch that men affix to their arm or upper body once per day. Clear gels, like AndroGel and Testim, may come in a packet that is applied directly to skin each day. Axiron, Fortesta, and AndroGel can also come in a pump that dispenses the right amount of gel before it applied to the skin. In addition to gels and patches,
Testosterone Replacement Supplements can also be prescribed as mouth patches, injections, and implants. Testosterone pills are also available, but many experts believe that testosterone should not be swallowed as it can have an adverse effect on the liver.
Health Conditions Worsened by Low T Therapy
• Prostate Cancer
• Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)
• Sleep Apnea
• Congestive Heart Failure
• High Blood Counts (Erythrocytosis)
In addition to the health conditions listed above, recent medical studies have suggested a link between Low T drugs and several very severe health risks. Among these risks are heart attacks, strokes, and even death. The United States Food and Drug Administration is currently in the process of reviewing the data collected in these studies as well as obtaining its own information regarding these health risks and dangers. While the FDA has not reached its conclusion regarding the link between Low “T” testosterone supplements and strokes/heart attacks/death, their investigation is raising red flags among consumers nationwide.
File a Lawsuit: Consult with a Low T Attorney
If you or a loved one has experienced serious side effects while taking Low T prescription drugs, you may be eligible for financial compensation through a testosterone supplement lawsuit. Contact the Willis Law Firm today to have your case reviewed by a Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Attorney. We are currently conducting free case evaluations of Low T cases nationwide—free of cost or further obligation.
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