Low Testosterone

Muscle loss, weight gain, thinning hair, fatigue, and erectile dysfunction (ED) are common symptoms of low testosterone in men. At Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians in Katy, Texas, the skilled family medicine team offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to restore testosterone and other hormone levels, optimizing men’s health. Call the Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians office, or use the online booking tab today to schedule a visit.

What is low testosterone?

Testosterone is a male hormone the human body naturally produces. Low testosterone occurs when the testicles don't make enough testosterone. This often causes adverse side effects and a poor quality of life for men. Treatment with the Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians team can balance hormones, helping you look and feel younger.

What are the symptoms of low testosterone?

The hallmark symptoms of low testosterone in men are:

• Weight gain
• Increased body fat
• Reduced muscle mass
• Fatigue
• Thinning hair
• Low sex drive
• Erectile dysfunction (ED)
• Depression
• Skin changes
• Hot flashes
• Shrinking testicles
• Reduced fertility 
• Poor concentration and memory
• Enlarged male breast tissue
• Decreased strength and endurance 

Low testosterone is common due to aging, especially among men over 40, and can take a toll on your overall well-being if left untreated.

What are the risk factors for low testosterone?

The common causes of low testosterone in men are:

• Excess body weight
• Aging
• Poorly-managed diabetes
• Kidney dysfunction
• HIV/AIDS
• Cirrhosis of the liver
• Obstructive sleep apnea 
• Testicle inflammation or injuries
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Anabolic steroid use
• Medical conditions
• Some medications
• Unhealthy lifestyle habits

Adopting healthy habits, including eating nutritious foods and getting regular exercise, is the best way to optimize testosterone production in men. However, low testosterone can still occur.

How does my specialist diagnose low testosterone?

To determine if you have low testosterone levels, a Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians specialist discusses your medical history and symptoms. Before customizing a treatment plan, they check your vital signs, complete a physical exam, and order blood tests to assess your current hormone levels.

How is low testosterone treated?

Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy to increase testosterone levels. They provide pellet therapy, injections, patches, gels, oral testosterone, nasal gels, and other methods. The testosterone administered is identical to the hormones your body naturally produces. 

The Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians team follows up with you routinely to ensure your hormones stay balanced. They replace hormone pellets or provide prescription refills as needed to optimize your health and well-being.

Call the Katy Wellness Center & Family Physicians office to schedule an appointment, or use the online booking tab today if you suspect you have low testosterone.