Testosterone

Hair loss affects men of all ages. It is more common in older adults, but younger and even teenage males can also experience it. Data shows that 16% of men 18 to 29 years old have hair loss. Hair loss can negatively influence your self-esteem, especially if it starts at a young age. Teenage males […]

Testosterone, one of the key male sex hormones, also plays a significant role in women’s health. While women produce testosterone in a smaller quantity, it is still essential for various functions, including maintenance of libido (sex drive), bone health and muscle mass. In women, testosterone is mainly produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands after […]

Testosterone is an essential hormone secreted by the testes in men and ovaries in women. In men, it is involved in many important processes and helps maintain bone strength, muscle mass, and sexual function. Hence, its deficiency can cause serious health problems, including low sex drive and loss of muscle mass. Most men with low […]

Testosterone is a primary male sex hormone that fuels sex drive, regulates sperm production, and increases muscle mass in men. Its production increases during puberty and begins to drop when you hit 30. The decline in testosterone production is a part of the natural ageing process, but sometimes you may experience it due to a […]

So what are the signs of high testosterone in women? Also known as hyperandrogenism, high testosterone in women can affect sexual, reproductive, and mental health. It can change a woman’s physical appearance and lead to various symptoms, such as a deep voice, acne, irregular periods, and excess body or facial hair. Elevated testosterone levels in […]

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has gained a lot of popularity over the last two decades. However, some men are still unaware of its benefits and risks, and so can’t decide whether to seek treatment or not. If that sounds like you, you have come to the right place! In this article, we will talk about the […]

From preventing bone loss and managing menopause symptoms to improving sex life, estrogen replacement therapy offers many interesting benefits. It boosts your low estrogen levels back to normal so you can start enjoying estrogen’s health benefits once again. However, these benefits come with some side effects that many people manage with regular monitoring. Hence, estrogen […]

If your doctor has suggested TRT, there are some important questions you need to ask them before getting started. These questions will help you better understand the process, remove your doubts, and learn what to expect. This article goes through the essential questions you should ask your doctor if you would like to start testosterone […]

Men use hCG injections for different purposes, such as to improve testosterone levels, reduce hypogonadism symptoms and improve sexual function. Seeing the effectiveness of hCG injections, many physicians have started using them with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Pairing hCG with testosterone is often done to protect fertility, keep the body’s own testosterone production active and […]

Both men and women experience hormonal changes as they age. Women see a sudden drop in their sex hormone level, while men experience a gradual decline. Some doctors are seeing older men experience the same symptoms as women going through perimenopause and menopause and are beginning to question whether men also experience menopause due to […]

It’s common among men to occasionally have trouble achieving an erection when stressed, drinking excessively, smoking etc. But, if this problem persists and you experience trouble gaining an erection more than 50% of the time, you may have erectile dysfunction and need proper treatment. Erectile dysfunction, abbreviated as ED, is a sex condition in men […]

Testosterone blood tests are used to check testosterone levels in both men and women. Doctors usually request these tests when they suspect a hormonal abnormality. This guide explains everything you need to know about testosterone tests, including their types, procedure, results and more. What is a testosterone blood test? A testosterone blood test measures the […]