Testosterone  Testosterone is a steroid hormone from the androgen group.  It is synthesized in the testes of males, the ovaries of females, and the adrenal glands of both sexes.

With normal testosterone levels  Muscle growth  Increased strength  Bone density maintenance  Height stimulation  Sexual desire  Energy levels  Mood  Nervous system

Testosterone effects with low levels  Diminished libido  Erectile dysfunction  Infertility  Loss of body and facial hair  Osteoporosis  Hypogonadism Anger, confusion, depression, and fatigue

It is estimated that four or five million American men may not produce enough testosterone.

Testosterone replacement therapy  Types Pills Injections Patches Gels Buccally ○ Absorption through the mouth  Injection is most effective

Replacement therapy outcomes  Less depression, anger, fatigue, and confusion  Improves energy levels, good feelings, and friendliness  Decrease in fat mass  Increase in muscle mass  May play a role in reasoning and thinking

Testosterone and athletes  Testosterone can increase muscle strength within six to twelve weeks in large doses  Some take it to boost their performance  It can also lessen your recovery time after hard work outs  4-1 t/e ratio  Testosterone became considered a form of doping in 1990

Modified testosterone effects  Increase risk in breast cancer  Nausea  Aggression  Nervousness  Acne  Gynecomastia (developing of breast in men)  Can even cause death

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