Causes of low testosterone in men

Men are prone to many diseases. When treating male diseases, we must first understand male diseases so that we know what method to choose to control the disease. Low testosterone in men is very common. When this happens, men should actively cooperate with treatment. So what is the reason for low testosterone in men? There are many reasons for this kind of problem.

Reasons for low testosterone in men:

1. Testicular disorders

For example, if the testicles lose their function due to trauma, disease, surgery, etc., the testosterone level in the body will be extremely low.

2. Secondary disorders caused by lesions of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland.

To determine the exact cause, it is also necessary to check the two gonadotropins secreted by the pituitary gland, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). If both FSH and LH are low, it indicates that low testosterone is caused by pituitary disease, and further examination should be conducted to see if there is organic lesion or damage to the pituitary gland or hypothalamus. Patients with such conditions can be treated with gonadotropin-releasing hormone or chorionic gonadotropin, which may have a certain effect. If both FSH and LH are elevated, it indicates that the disease of the testicles themselves is the cause. In such cases, only testosterone can be used for treatment.

In addition, the pituitary gland also secretes a hormone called prolactin (PRL). In the past, it was believed that prolactin only promoted breast development and milk secretion in women. Now it has been shown that men also have prolactin in their bodies, and its increase can inhibit the production of testosterone, leading to decreased sexual function and impotence. If this happens, further examination should be conducted to determine whether there is a pituitary adenoma in the body.

After understanding the causes of low testosterone in men, the solution to low testosterone in men should be based on the causes of the male disease. However, when treating male diseases, it is important to note that men must choose light foods in their diet. Men should reduce their choice of greasy foods, as eating too much is not good for the body.