What is testosterone?
It may seem too obvious a question, but the truth is that asking what is testosterone is a fundamental and very commonly asked question. We know that testosterone is the quintessential male hormone, by excellence but do you know what functions it performs and what it does for us organically? Continue reading this page to find out more about testosterone.
LTestosterone plays really important roles in the male body, however, like all other hormones, it can have positive and negative effects if not controlled. That is why it is essential to keep it within normal parameters. Testosterone is produced mainly by the male testicles, and although testosterone is also produced by women, it is done so to a much lesser extent.
Testosterone is a steroid hormone that belongs to the androgen group.
Among the many functions of testosterone, two stand out as particularly important:
- the sexual development of the individual
- generate, awaken and maintain the libido (or sexual desire)
Of course, the functions of testosterone are not limited to the sexual aspect. Testosterone also has an effect on emotions, cognitive abilities, and bone and muscle formation.
What is testosterone used for?
Before birth, during gestation, testosterone is responsible for generating sexual differentiation in the baby, as it is this hormone that triggers the formation of the male reproductive system.
During male adolescence, testosterone develops secondary sexual characteristics such as: pubic and facial hair, change of voice from high to low pitch, and of course, the growth of the male reproductive organ.
The T hormone is responsible for maintaining and increasing libido, thus acting to provoke and maintain erections.
Another important responsibility of testosterone is to trigger sperm formation and maturation.
Testosterone has many more functions than solely sexual ones. It is involed in bone formation and maintenance over the years, preventing fractures and the onset of diseases such as osteoporosis. It also contributes to the growth of the prostate gland, accelerates a man's metabolism, and helps reduce the level of bad cholesterol in the blood.
Another very important function of testosterone is that it is closely related to the increase in muscle mass in men, which is vital for the body's performance in sport, and allows men to build muscle faster.
It provokes and maintains a sense of general well-being.
What happens if I have low testosterone levels?
Any type of hormonal imbalanceis harmful to your health. Even more so when it comes to testosterone in a man.
While it is normal that from a certain age testosterone levels begin to gradually decline, it is also true that you don't have to resign yourself to this situation..
There are also cases in which testosterone deficiency leads to adjacent problemsthat need a quick and effective solution. For example:
- Sexual dysfunctions (decreased libido, premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, etc.).
- Mental performance problems (memory and concentration issues).
- Irritability, insomnia, depression, anxiety, bad mood, etc.
- Increase in body fat and weight, with the attendant dangers of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
- Reduction in bone density.
- Hair loss on both the head and body.
- Decreased quality and quantity of semen.
- Headaches, sweating, muscle and joint pain.
If you have already started to notice these symptoms, you are most likely suffering from hypogonadism (or low testosterone levels).
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Now that you know what testosterone is, find out more about how our treatments can help you:
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Balance your hormone levels
Prevent degenerative diseases
The Low T Center we are the first in Spain to specialise in treatments for hypogonadism. Directed by specialist Dr. Javier Febles:
We have noticed that many patients are despaired. They cannot find a solution to not only sexual problems, but also to fatigue and physical weakness. Testosterone is a hormone that influences more than just sex, therefore it must be treated accordingly. Low testosterone (hypogonadism) is a disease that can be treated..
This is a clinical concept that is widespread in other countries such as the United States.
The work of Low T Center® focuses on testosterone and it all starts with full test blood tests focused on hormonal profiles (male and female). Subsequently, if treatment is required, it is carried out under strict medical supervision.
With a simple analysis we focus on the levels of tfree and total testosterone. Once the blood has been analyzed and with the results in hand, we proceed to apply the appropriate treatment if necessary, explains Dr. Javier Febles.