Before we get into the real details, here are a few important discoveries from the study we found very interesting. We thought we should share these first::
Men with significantly low testosterone levels face an elevated risk of death due to cardiovascular disease.
This could be due to the association between low testosterone and various cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Although testing for testosterone levels is easy with a simple blood test, treatment may involve lifestyle changes, or even HRT (AKA), Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Testosterone: More Than Just A Sex Hormone
While testosterone is often linked to the development of male traits and sexual health, it plays crucial roles in muscle size and bone strength. This vital hormone also influences mood and may very well affect ovarian function in women.
Scientists are continually uncovering new functions of this essential chemical messenger, and new data is coming in all the time.
A groundbreaking study published on May 13, 2024, in Annals of Internal Medicine highlights a significant discovery: Low levels of testosterone may increase men's risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and overall mortality. Men with low baseline serum testosterone levels faced a higher risk of death from any cause, while those with very low levels had an elevated risk of dying specifically from CVD.
Testosterone’s Impact on Mortality: A Closer Look
Karen Eilber MD, a Urologist and Co-Author of “A Woman’s Guide to Her Pelvic Floor: What the F*@# is Going On Down There,” who was not involved in the study, confirmed the association that was found between testosterone and risk of death.
“What isn’t clear,” she added, “is whether testosterone levels directly contribute to death from these causes or low testosterone is just a sign of overall poor health.”
The study authors suggest that one reason low testosterone might be associated with worse health is the fact that lower testosterone leads to people having less muscle mass and greater fat accumulation, which are both risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
Low testosterone might also be associated with other accompanying health problems, leading to a greater risk of dying. Stay proactive about your health. Understanding the role of testosterone with Dr. Moshe Dekel MD, can make a meaningful difference!
Other Health Risks Associated With Low Testosterone
Dr. Moshe Dekel MD, an experienced OB-GYN, and Medical Director for Dr. Dekel's Office of Holistic Health & Anti-Aging, sheds light on the health risks linked to low testosterone.
"Low testosterone can diminish sexual desire and cause erection difficulties," Dr. Dekel explains. "But it’s not just about sexual health. Low testosterone is tied to numerous systemic issues."
Dr. Dekel and his team have identified several concerning conditions associated with low testosterone:
Loss of Bone Density
Brain Fog/Difficulty Concentrating
Loss In Sexual Desire/Low Libido
Muscle Mass Reduction
Weight Gain
Irritability
Mood Swings
Fatigue
Insomnia/Poor or Troubled Sleep
Symptoms that may resemble Depression
"Moreover," he adds, "low testosterone could increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and in some cases even death."
Stay informed and take action with Dr. Dekel's Office. Understanding testosterone’s impact on your health is essential. Don’t wait—learn more today!
How to Quickly Find Out If You Have Low-T Issues
At our clinic (or others such as LabCorp or Quest Diagnostics) we can determine if a person has low testosterone with just a simple blood test performed on-site. We have amazing staff who are very experienced at taking blood draws and also administering IV Therapies.
If you are thinking maybe this sounds like something familiar, the symptoms, lack of energy, brain fog, low libido, and trouble sleeping, give us a call today and schedule a 100% FREE 15-minute consultation with Dr. Dekel MD, today!
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