Low Testosterone Symptoms Men
Low testosterone symptoms include fatigue, reduced sex drive, erectile dysfunction, weight gain, muscle loss, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating. If you're experiencing these symptoms, a simple blood test can check your levels. The Wellness offers testosterone testing from £95.
Signs of Low Testosterone
Physical Symptoms
Fatigue and low energy
Reduced muscle mass and strength
Increased body fat (especially belly)
Decreased bone density
Hair loss (body and facial hair)
Hot flushes
Breast tissue growth (gynaecomastia)
Sexual Symptoms
Reduced sex drive (libido)
Erectile dysfunction
Fewer spontaneous erections
Reduced sperm count/infertility
Mental and Emotional Symptoms
Low mood or depression
Irritability
Difficulty concentrating ("brain fog")
Reduced motivation
Poor memory
Sleep problems
What Causes Low Testosterone?
Age: Testosterone naturally declines ~1% per year after age 30.
Medical conditions:
Type 2 diabetes
Obesity
Pituitary disorders
Testicular injury or infection
Chronic illness
HIV/AIDS
Lifestyle factors:
Poor sleep
Chronic stress
Excessive alcohol
Lack of exercise
Poor diet
Medications:
Opioids
Steroids
Some cancer treatments
When to Get Tested
Consider testosterone testing if you have:
Multiple symptoms listed above
Age 40+ with unexplained fatigue
Difficulty building muscle despite exercise
Reduced libido affecting relationship
Erectile dysfunction
Unexplained mood changes
How to Test Testosterone
Blood test required. Best done:
In the morning (testosterone peaks 7-10am)
Fasting (for accurate results)
On two separate occasions (to confirm)
Tests we recommend:
Basic Testosterone Panel - £95
Total testosterone
Free testosterone
SHBG
Comprehensive Hormone Panel - £195
All above plus:
LH, FSH
Prolactin
Thyroid function
Full blood count
Normal Testosterone Levels
Total testosterone:
Normal: 10-30 nmol/L (varies by lab)
Low: Below 8-10 nmol/L
Grey zone: 8-12 nmol/L (may benefit from treatment if symptomatic)
Free testosterone:
Normal: 0.2-0.6 nmol/L
Low: Below 0.2 nmol/L
Treatment Options
If testosterone is genuinely low:
Lifestyle changes first:
Weight loss (if overweight)
Exercise (resistance training)
Sleep optimisation
Stress reduction
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT):
Gels (daily application)
Injections (every 2-12 weeks)
Patches
TRT requires specialist supervision and ongoing monitoring.
Book Testosterone Test
Concerned about your testosterone? Get tested.
The Wellness. Hormone testing from £145. Results in 48-72 hours.
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