Blog.
A collection of thoughts and insight into the world of testosterone deficiency in detail and men’s health in general.
Testicular Cancer Symptoms
Testicular cancer is very rare; in the UK around 2,200 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer every year. That equates to 1 out of every 100 cancers (1%) diagnosed in men. Whilst medical professionals do not know what causes most testicular cancers, there are some risk factors that can increase your chance of developing it. Firstly, it is important to note that having a risk factor does not mean you will get cancer and it also follows that not having any of the risk factors will not guarantee that you won’t develop testicular cancer either. Some of the risk factors[...]
Home Testosterone Kit
Testosterone is a primary male sex hormone that plays a vital role in bodily functions. It is thought to regulate sex drive, bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, and strength, and also affects the production of red blood cells and sperm. Signs and symptoms of low testosterone can include a change in sleep patterns, insomnia, and in the later stages can cause night sweats. Low levels may also result in physical changes such as increased body fat and reduced muscle bulk. Men with low testosterone (LT), may also experience reduced sexual desire and sexual dysfunction. There is often an emotional[...]
Testosterone Test
Low testosterone or low testosterone deficiency can cause a plethora of symptoms, which may initially manifest as tiredness, lack of drive, relationship issues, decreased sex drive, and weight gain. These symptoms are often ignored or passed off as the manifestation of middle age, and a testosterone test might not necessarily be the first diagnostic tool chosen by a doctor. However, if symptoms are consistently overlooked they can lead to much worse symptoms such as night sweats, erection issues, and osteoporosis, which is a condition in which bones become fragile, brittle, and break easily. Testosterone test Men’s testosterone levels start to[...]
Male Mental Health
In the UK, approximately 1 in 8 men have a mental health problem. However, despite the fact that it is a common concern, men are reluctant to seek support for their mental health or disclose male mental health problems to loved ones so this figure may be greater. Whilst both men and women experience depression and depressive disorders, some of the strains and influences on mental health may be especially relevant for men. In our culture, we have developed societal expectations about gender roles and what masculinity means. These include the strong belief that men should be the high earners[...]
Low Testosterone
Testosterone is the principal male sex hormone and it is an essential part of what makes us a man. Levels start to increase during puberty, which provides us with our secondary sexual characteristics and it peaks at 30. Secondary sexual male characteristics include muscle and bone density, as well as changes in metabolism, mental acuity, sexual drive and motivation. Further to this testosterone is important in general health and well-being. The amount of testosterone produced varies from person to person, however, it is widely accepted that normal range begins at 12-15nmol/l. Anyone with levels lower than that may start to[...]
Does An Erectile Dysfunction Cure Exist?
The ability to achieve an erection can be empowering, increasing a man's experience of masculinity and an erect phallus is a long standing sign of virility. The reverse is true, it can be said, of those suffering from erectile dysfunction (ED). It can have serious psychological consequences, as feelings of inadequacy impact heavily on the ability to enjoy and sustain intimate relations, leading them to seek out an erectile dysfunction cure. Despite being an exceptionally common complaint particularly in the 40-70 year old age group, men with erection difficulties seldom seek help, and when they do they often relay feelings of[...]