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Men, and the women in their lives, may often mistake his reduced desire for sexual activity as ED, when the lack of desire may be a symptom of Low Testosterone. (See article below.)

Testosterone Levels in Men
By Dr. Fisch, M.D.

It may be a touchy subject for men, but a large waistline could be at the center of his health issues in the New Year. Research suggests that an increasing mid-section in men may trigger other health problems like depression and even low testosterone (with symptoms like sexual dysfunction, fatigue and muscle loss).

According to a recent survey, women are also unaware of low testosterone (Low T) in men and its related symptoms. Results showed that 9 out of 10 women in the United States are largely unaware that if their husband or male partner experiences symptoms like fatigue, depressed mood and increased waistline, it could be the result of Low T. Additional results showed that:

65 percent of women said worrying about their male partner’s overall health will affect their anxiety levels in 2009.
Women reported that time away from work would be the leading obstacle keeping their male partner from a doctor’s visit in 2009.

More than a quarter of women (27 percent) also said that fear and lack of motivation would play a role in preventing a doctor’s visit.

Men may be resistant to discussing issues with their female partners, but women who educate themselves about the symptoms and treatments for Low T can help motivate the men in their lives to talk to their physicians about the symptoms associated with Low T.

What is Low Testosterone?

Some men’s bodies do not produce enough testosterone, resulting in a condition known as hypogonadism or low testosterone (Low T). Symptoms of Low T may include diminished interest in sex, erectile dysfunction (ED), reduced lean body mass, decreased bone mineral density, depressed mood and fatigue. Some common medical conditions have also been shown to be associated with Low T, including diabetes, obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol and COPD/asthma.

What is the difference between Low Testosterone and ED?

Men, and the women in their lives, may often mistake his reduced desire for sexual activity as ED, when the lack of desire may be a symptom of Low T. Low T affects a man’s interest in sex as well as his ability to perform sexually. ED only affects the ability to perform sexually. Low T results in decreased libido. ED is the inability to have or maintain an erection.

Despite both resulting in sexual issues, Low T and ED develop differently. Problems in the testes or glands in the brain may cause Low T. ED, on the other hand, can be caused by a large number of factors from the physical (vascular disease, diabetes) to the psychological (depression, anxiety).

Low T affects a man’s physical composition and may make him feel fatigued, depressed or less interested in sex. If you suspect your male partner has Low T, it is important to be supportive and reassuring.

Encourage him to see a doctor to request a simple blood test to determine if the symptoms he is experiencing may be related to Low T.
Ask him if he is aware of Low T and how it affects his mood, energy and sex drive.

Let him know that Low T is a common condition that affects 13 million men in the U.S. age 45 and older.

If he is diagnosed with Low Testosterone, let him know that there are treatment options, including prescription testosterone therapies in the form of gels, patches, buccal tablets and injections.