Sellersburg, IN
A 18-year-old male asked:
my doctor told me i have equivalent levels of a 70 year olds mans testosterone yet i can grow a beard and i am very stocky. do you see this happen?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Addagada Rao answered
General Surgery 56 years experience
Need true values: What is 70 yr old level? You have to know your level and what is causing , low gonadotrophin level from pituitary or some thing else discuss with your doctor , need anwsers for cure.
4878 viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Bennett Werner answered
Cardiology 44 years experience
Remeasure: I would remeasure your testosterone and at a different lab. It must be done early morning after sleep. There is significant variability depending on what kit is used as well.
4878 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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