Although the hormone
testosterone is present in
the bodies of both male and
female, it is widely
recognised as the male s*x
hormone. In men,
testosterone is produced in
the testes and helps in the
development of the man-
hood, testicles, body hair
and voice during puberty. It
is this hormone that is
responsible for s*xual
functions like sperm
production, s*x drive,
erection etc. among many
others.
But as men age, their
testosterone levels begin to
decrease. This decrease
causes several changes to
their physical and mental
health. So, watch out for
these warning symptoms of
low testosterone levels in
men.
Low s*x drive
Testosterone plays an
important role in a man’s
libido. Declining levels of
testosterone will cause lack
of s*xual desire. While it is
normal to experience a
diminishing s*x drive as one
ages, a drastic loss in
interest would be a sign of
low testosterone levels.
Erectile dysfunction
As testosterone stimulates
s*x drive, it also aids in
stimulating an erection
indirectly. It does so by
stimulating brain receptors
to produce nitric oxide
which is a molecule that
triggers an erection. So
watch out for weak
erections as a sign of low
testosterone level.
Low semen production
Testosterone also affects
semen production in men.
The higher the testosterone
level, the more the semen
production. Therefore, if one
notices a decrease in semen
during ejaculation, be
warned.
Testicle shrinkage
Low testosterone takes a toll
on the s*xual functions of a
man. This reduction also
affects his testes and may
cause it to shrink and
become soft.
Drop in energy levels
A significant drop in energy
levels is also linked to low
testosterone. This will cause
a man to feel tired and
exhausted even after getting
enough sleep. It will also
hamper his daily activities
and constantly de-motivate
him.
Hair loss
Testosterone is known to
aid in the growth of body
hair as one reaches puberty.
Therefore, as men grow
older they begin to go bald
as there is a decrease in
testosterone production.
However, if one notices
significant change in loss of
facial or body hair, it could
be a symptom of low
testosterone levels.
Trouble sleeping
Low testosterone levels
along with a drop in energy
levels will affect one’s quality
of sleep and cause insomnia.
In a reverse situation, lack of
sleep can also cause low
testosterone levels. Watch
out for this viscous circle of
sleep and low testosterone
as it can severally affect your
well-being.
Emotional disruption
Apart from the physical
changes, low testosterone
has also been known to
affect one emotionally. It
could cause depression and
sadness along with other
problems like lack of self-
confidence and trouble
concentrating.
Fatigue
Men with low testosterone
constantly feel fatigued.
Other symptoms of low
testosterone are depression
and low energy and lack of
sleep.[hupso]
