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Why is it important to keep testosterone levels up?
Why is it important to keep testosterone levels up?
Why is it important to keep testosterone levels up?
It is important to keep the levels up because testosterone is a sex hormone that plays important roles in the body. In men, it regulates sex drive (libido), bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass and strength, and the production of red blood cells and sperm.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
Related Questions
Why is it important to do a testosterone test?
It is important because testosterone decreases with age in men and low testosterone level can cause erectile dysfunction.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
Can testosterone decrease all of sudden?
Yes, sudden decrease in testosterone levels happen due to conditions such as onset of type 2 diabetes, COPD and chronic kidney diseases.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
Can having low testosterone levels result in bad test results?
Low testosterone levels indicates you might have erectile dysfunction which can be rectified if you increase your testosterone levels.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
What happens if your testosterone is low?
A few symptoms which can determine that a man may have low testosterone levels are erectile dysfunction, reduced urge to have sex, decrease in muscle size and strength. However, to confirm get a testosterone blood test done.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
Would low testosterone levels show up on a blood test?
Yes, low testosterone levels will show up in blood test.
Last updated on 01 Jun 2023
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