Over the last few years, low testosterone has become one of the most common medical conditions facing men in the modern age. In fact, according to a 2007 study at The New England Research Institute, researchers predict that by 2025, nearly 6.5 million American men between the ages of 30 and 79 will suffer from testosterone deficiency. So, now more than ever, it has become imperative for aging men to learn more about how testosterone can affect their overall health so they can prepare themselves for the future as they age.
Of course, every man knows that testosterone plays an important role in defining male sexual characteristics for adolescent males during puberty. However, after men reach their thirties, their testosterone levels will typically begin to decline naturally and gradually decrease by 1% every year as they get older. During this process, testosterone levels may drop below the normal parameters for their age and lead to a testosterone deficiency, commonly referred to as low testosterone.
As a result of the testosterone imbalance, men will usually exhibit several unwanted and debilitating symptoms such as decreased muscle mass, low sex drive, constant fatigue, sudden weight gain, joint inflammation, and impaired cognitive function, which can disrupt their ability to enjoy physical activities and negatively affect their quality of life. The hormone imbalance can also cause chemical alterations in the brain that can lead to sudden mood changes–such as irritability, anxiety, and depression–which can make it difficult to interact with co-workers, friends, and loved ones, eventually negatively affecting those close relationships. If left untreated, low symptoms can also become precursors of more serious medical conditions such as obesity, diabetes, accelerated sarcopenia, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and erectile dysfunction. Sadly, having to live with these conditions can also cause a man’s health to worsen and, in some cases, even shorten his lifespan.
Luckily, there are ways for men to treat their low testosterone and avoid these potential complications. With male hormone replacement therapy (HRT) from the men’s health clinic Renew Vitality in Manchester, NH, men can receive hormone medication that can provide the additional hormones needed to help them replenish and balance their hormone levels. Through the innovative process of HRT, we can provide men with customized testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) plans to help them boost and optimize their testosterone levels. With TRT from Renew Vitality, men can experience noticeable physical improvements such as increased muscle growth, enhanced sex drive, stronger bone density, reduced body fat, and improved energy levels. Thanks to our treatment, men can regain their physical function and improve their overall health, allowing them to feel stronger and more energetic as they achieve a healthier lifestyle and look forward to a more fulfilling quality of life as they get older.
