Three forms of testosterone are found in serum: sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG)-bound (60%-70% of total), albumin-bound (20%-30% of total), and free (1%-3% of total). SHBG-bound testosterone is ...
Testosterone is the quintessential male hormone (androgen), and it’s a busy one, helping to regulate intimate function, muscle mass, red blood cell count, mood, and more. But not all testosterone in ...
Drinking alcohol in small and occasional amounts may increase testosterone production. However, larger or more frequent amounts of alcohol consumption can have the reverse effect. Alcohol consumption ...
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt is a urologist and robotic surgeon with Orlando Health and an assistant professor at the University of Central Florida’s College of Medicine. You’re feeling unusually tired and ...
The treatment has become increasingly popular, especially among older men. Here is what to keep in mind if you are considering it. By David Dodge Testosterone therapy has exploded in recent years.
Testosterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone. Despite its status as a steroid, prescription testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) isn’t the same as taking anabolic steroids. TRT is an ...
Testosterone is arguably one of the most essential hormones for supporting men’s health. It plays a role in supporting intimate, bone, muscle, and mental health. Testosterone levels that are higher or ...
The research is still new, but antidepressant medications may lower testosterone in some people. However, this side effect is treatable and usually mild. If you’re one of the millions of people who ...