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Can you take testosterone even if your levels are normal?
Testosterone replacement therapy may be recommended to treat hypogonadism. Apart from that, testosterone usually is not recommended for older men who are otherwise healthy, even if their testosterone levels are slightly below what is considered normal. Taking prescription testosterone does have risks.
Can a 23 year old have low testosterone?
But men under 30 can also experience low testosterone, or “low T.” According to the Mayo Clinic, testosterone levels tend to peak in men during adolescence and early adulthood. Those levels typically decline by about 1 percent each year, starting around age 30.
At what age should I consider TRT?
What Age Should You Start? TRT is usually given to older men in their early 50s as this is when you start to notice the effects of decreasing testosterone levels. It’s a good age to start treatment as the decline is only just beginning, and so you won’t have as many effects as someone in their 60s or even their 70s.
What age does testosterone start to decline?
As a man ages, the amount of testosterone in his body gradually drops. This natural decline starts after age 30 and continues (about 1\% per year) throughout his life.
How long can you be on testosterone therapy?
How long do I have to take testosterone replacement therapy? Indefinitely. TRT does not cure low testosterone, so your symptoms may return if you stop taking it.
How old is too old for TRT?
In fact, lower-than-normal levels of testosterone can be found in about 45\% of all men who are older than 45. However, many men in their low-to-mid 30s have Low T; in some cases these individuals are excellent candidates for TRT. If you are wondering if you are too old to reap the benefits of TRT, the answer is likely: no, you are not too old.
Should I test my TRT level?
Simply because you have some of the symptoms of Low T, such as a general sluggishness and loss of libido, you should rule out other causes before thinking about TRT therapy. You can clear up any questions you might have by taking a blood test to measure your TRT level.
Do I need TRT If I have low testosterone (LOWT)?
The answer is: yes and no. It’s important to know that having low testosterone (LowT) by itself, does not always indicate that you need TRT. As you would with any new therapeutic regimen, you should consider the possible side effects of TRT and weight these risks against the many benefits.
Can TRT be used for lower urinary tract symptoms?
Severe lower urinary tract symptoms, such as urinary frequency and urgency, associated with an enlarged prostate, or BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) TRT is also not advised to be used for treating those with low testosterone caused by aging. Can testosterone replacement therapy treat ED?