{"id":19389,"date":"2018-05-09T08:00:22","date_gmt":"2018-05-09T15:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.accessrx.com\/blog\/?p=19389"},"modified":"2025-01-08T19:13:47","modified_gmt":"2025-01-08T12:13:47","slug":"when-is-erectile-dysfunction-related-to-low-testosterone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edrugstore.com\/blog\/erectile-dysfunction\/when-is-erectile-dysfunction-related-to-low-testosterone\/","title":{"rendered":"When Is Erectile Dysfunction Related to Low Testosterone?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Erectile dysfunction is only very rarely associated with low testosterone levels.<\/em><\/p>\n

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As the primary male sex hormone, testosterone is often assumed to have a far greater influence on sexual function than it actually does.<\/p>\n

It is true that the hormone is responsible for many of the physical characteristics that distinguish a man from a woman.<\/p>\n

However, it is primarily in the area of sexual desire — or libido, if you prefer — that testosterone\u2019s effects are most keenly felt.<\/p>\n

The primary cause of erectile dysfunction<\/a>, as you probably know, is insufficient blood flow to the penis<\/strong>, which depends upon robust blood flow to fill its spongy erectile tissue, thus creating an erection.<\/p>\n

Testosterone plays no direct role in the erection process<\/strong>. ED can also be caused by psychological factors such as depression and anxiety.<\/p>\n

As proof of the sex hormone\u2019s minimal direct effect on erectile function, many cite the example of older men with extremely low testosterone levels<\/strong> who enjoy a surprisingly vigorous ability to get and keep erections well into their golden years.<\/p>\n

T-Levels and Sexual Desire<\/h3>\n

However, erection problems caused by a persistent or sudden loss of sexual desire can sometimes be remedied through testosterone replacement therapy. Before beginning hormone replacement therapy, however, your doctor will want to rule out other possible causes of changes in your libido.<\/p>\n

A decline in the body\u2019s stores of testosterone is a natural part of the aging process. Beginning at or shortly after the age of 30, a man\u2019s T-levels start to decline, dropping about 1 percent a year. The only accurate measure of a man\u2019s T-levels is attained through a blood test.<\/p>\n

According to WebMD.com<\/a>, normal testosterone levels range from a low of 300 nanograms per deciliter to a high of 800 nanograms per deciliter.<\/p>\n

Nonsexual Symptoms of Low-T<\/h3>\n

Men suffering from low testosterone<\/strong> often experience a wide array of symptoms that have little or nothing to do with sexual function.<\/p>\n

According to Harvard Men\u2019s Health Watch<\/a>, they may experience an increase in body fat along with a decline in bone and muscle mass, hot flashes, swollen or tender breasts, and fatigue, often profound.<\/p>\n

Psychological effects of low T-levels can include mild cognitive impairment, characterized by difficulty in concentrating; depression; reduced self-confidence; and chronic difficulty in sleeping.<\/p>\n

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Testosterone plays an important role in several aspects of a man\u2019s growth and development, many of them unrelated to sexual function.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Treatment Has Side Effects<\/h3>\n

While a diagnosis of low testosterone often tempts a man to seek immediate therapy to replace the hormone, there are some possible side effects from this process that should be carefully considered before starting therapy. For a few men, T-replacement therapy\u2019s side effects are almost immediate.<\/p>\n

These include swelling or tenderness in the breasts, ankle swelling, acne, difficulty sleeping, and a spike in red blood cell counts that can increase the risk of clotting. Men on long-term T-replacement therapy may increase their risk of cardiovascular disease or prostate cancer<\/strong>, although the data pointing to these outcomes is somewhat equivocal.<\/p>\n

If you believe that you are suffering from low testosterone, consult your doctor<\/strong> so that a blood test can be authorized and a treatment plan, if needed, can be discussed. If you and your doctor agree that hormone replacement therapy is in order, treatment with a prescription gel or oral medication can be initiated.<\/p>\n

Under no circumstances, fall victim to online advertising that promises all-natural cures for low testosterone<\/strong>, almost all of which are worthless.<\/p>\n

Maybe an ED Drug Will Help<\/h3>\n

If your doctor feels that your erectile dysfunction<\/a> is a result of vascular compromise, he may prescribe Viagra<\/a> or one of the other oral ED drugs that temporarily improve blood flow to the penis.<\/p>\n

You can fill the prescription at your pharmacy or opt instead for the convenience of ordering the drug from a longtime online facilitator such as eDrugstore.com.<\/p>\n

In business since the late 1990s, eDrugstore supplies only FDA-approved medications, all of which are sourced from licensed U.S. pharmacies. To learn more about erectile dysfunction, its causes, and the medications available to treat it, click here to visit eDrugstore\u2019s Erectile Dysfunction page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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