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Can depression and anxiety cause low t levels in men? and by how much

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Dr. Donald Jacobson answered

No: But sleep apnea can cause depression, anxiety and low t. See a sleep doc for eval. Best wishes.

Answered 12/11/2013

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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No,but : Low t can cause depression..

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 12/12/2013

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I am only aware of: Low t being a cause for depression ; anxiety. I am not aware of it being the other way around. The psychiatrists on healthtap are very responsive. So, i think if any are aware of these psychiatric issues causing low t - they will advise.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/7/2014

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A member asked:

Can depression and anxiety cause low t levels in men? and by how much

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Dr. Donald Jacobson answered

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

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