Question 1

what does low testosterone in a female indicate ?

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See answer: While doctors are increasingly aware of the benefits of testosterone (t) therapy for t-deficient men, evidence that women also become testosterone deficient is largely ignored. More and more evidence is coming forth suggesting that t is an important hormone as well for women, especially in terms of staying fit, lean, and sexually active. Lack of knowledge and concerns over safety likely 2 continue.

Question 2

can low testosterone cause fatigue in a female?

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Not likely: Testosterone levels can effect energy in men but are not well correlated with these effects in women, whose levels are normally much lower.

Question 3

what does it mean for a female to have low testosterone?

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Sensitive subject: Testosterone, when in normal levels plays an important role by  helping women to feel and look smarter, younger, stronger, and improve female sexual function.  Low testosterone in women often misdiagnosed with anxiety and/or depression. 
You also should know that  replacing testosterone in women is controversial and it's not approved by the fda.

Question 4

low testosterone in a 25 year old female (pellets suggested). random lactating but prolactin levels normal. other symptoms suggest cushings.

Accepted Answer

Avoid pellets!: Low testosterone in women is best corrected transdermally with creams or gels, so it can be scientifically titrated! avoid pellets: absorption is erratic and once inside, how so you correct levels if too high? But you did not mention the most important fact. Is your libido low? Are psychological issues a factor? Cushings is exceedingly rare and a diagnosis of last resort!

Question 5

i ve low testosterone ,  but normal periods, i heard that can cause bone loss, how much calcium and vit d per day i should take, ? i am 38 yr old femal

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Relax: You're supposed to have relatively low testosterone, after all, you're a female. If you're having normal menses, you're protected against significant bone loss until menopause. However, if you're caucasian or asian or have chronic illness (liver, kidney, rheumatoid arthritis, etc) or take anti seizure meds, steroids or the like you're more prone. Exercise, take calcium (diet) and vitamin d.

Question 6

i am a 45 year old female that is experiencing severe cystic acne on my chin with acne on my forehead. labs show low testosterone with normal estrogen and progesterone. will testosterone help or cause more acne.

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I : I am sorry to hear you are having issues with your skin.  Usually, higher levels of hormones (either male or female) leads to acne, not lower levels.  In fact, higher levels of testosterone are usually assoicated with significan acne.  I would suggest a skin analysis with photoimaging (such as a visia) and a pharmaceutical grade skin care regimine designed towards your issues.

Question 7

i was perfectly healthy until diagnosed with panic attacks, hpylori and now stomach pain 18mos ago. most notable blood results show significantly low iron, low testosterone (im female), low vit d. slightly high tsh. im trying to find root cause?

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: There may be more than one "root" cause. One seems to be nutritional deficiency and the second one is thyroid insufficiency. You appear to have seen a doctor and should with her/him to sort out the issues and corrective medications. You may take oral iron, multivitamins and 2000 units of vitamin D3 to address nutritional deficiencies.
Wish you good health!

Question 8

hi sir i have really low testosterone and i cant even erect my penins if its erect only 1 min is this because low testosterone or something  wrong tx?

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Yes: Enough testosterone is essential to get your erection. However  if it is low at your age, you need more workup to find out the cause before taking testosterone replacement.

Question 9

can low testosterone level s be increased in young men of age around 20 or medicines are to be taken throughout life? will i be normal again ever?

Accepted Answer

Levels: It is important that testosterone levels be assessed on 2 separate occasions early in the morning.  Treatment will depend on those levels.  Testosterone replacement is not without its risks, with fertility being a serious concern in a young man.  A visit with a doctor familiar with trt and male fertility is recommended.

Question 10

causes of low testosterone?

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Pituitary or testes?: In general, persistent low testosterone (not transient from acute sickness) is due to dysfunction in pituitary ("master gland"), or testes glands. Checking pituitary hormones (prolactin, lh, fsh) can distinguish between the two categories, and can determine whether brain scanning is needed. Illness and narcotic drugs will alter pituitary function, while alcohol injures the testes to cause low t.

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Low testosterone in a 25 year old female (pellets suggested). random lactating but prolactin levels normal. other symptoms suggest cushings.

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I ve low testosterone , but normal periods, i heard that can cause bone loss, how much calcium and vit d per day i should take, ? i am 38 yr old femal

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I am a 45 year old female that is experiencing severe cystic acne on my chin with acne on my forehead. labs show low testosterone with normal estrogen and progesterone. will testosterone help or cause more acne.

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I was perfectly healthy until diagnosed with panic attacks, hpylori and now stomach pain 18mos ago. most notable blood results show significantly low iron, low testosterone (im female), low vit d. slightly high tsh. im trying to find root cause?

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Hi sir i have really low testosterone and i cant even erect my penins if its erect only 1 min is this because low testosterone or something wrong tx?

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Can low testosterone level s be increased in young men of age around 20 or medicines are to be taken throughout life? will i be normal again ever?

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