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I am experiencing low testosterone symptoms. lab work says that free testosterone is low, and sex hormone binding globulin is high. i think this might be due to having had hepatitis c. is it possible to experience hcv symptoms after it has cleared?

Q: i am experiencing low testosterone symptoms. lab work says that free testosterone is low, and sex hormone binding globulin is high. i think this might be due to having had hepatitis c. is it possible to experience hcv symptoms after it has cleared?

: I do not think what your suspicion is correct. You should be evaluated by an endocrinologist for this condition which is somewhat uncommon at your age.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

I do not think what your suspicion is correct. You should be evaluated by an endocrinologist for this condition which is somewhat uncommon at your age.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 12/2/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Depends on the severity of the HCV. I would suggest repeat the test in a few months.

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A member asked:

I am experiencing low testosterone symptoms. lab work says that free testosterone is low, and sex hormone binding globulin is high. i think this might be due to having had hepatitis c. is it possible to experience hcv symptoms after it has cleared?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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