Low testosterone (Androgen deficiency)
Hormones are made by glands and carried through the bloodstream, giving signals to the body about growth, metabolism and reproduction. Androgens are a group of hormones, and include testosterone (the male sex hormone). Low testosterone (or testosterone deficiency) is when the body can't make enough testosterone to work normally. Because testosterone is the major androgen, it’s important for physical changes that happen during puberty and for bone, muscles, sex drive and general mood. Testosterone levels are highest between ages 20 and 30, gradually falling with age.
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