Testosterone is a sex hormone produced by both genders. In men, it is generated in the testicles and is responsible for sexual maturation, muscle development, building body mass and bone strength.
Also, as the note on the Grupo Recoletas website tells us, in adults rule the desiresperm production and erection quality.
Another of the points highlighted by the note from the Recoletas Group is that it also acts on the brain. The reason is that affects the production of dopamine, an important natural antidepressant. For this reason, its low levels are linked to depression and anxiety.
As far as cognitive functions are concerned, its levels are linked to acetylcholine, a memory neurotransmitter.
How to determine levels
testosterone
In addition to the analyzes indicated by the doctor, the Recoletas note highlights a series of symptoms related to the high testosterone. These are:
– Changes in mood and humor with a tendency to aggression and violence.
– Difficulty urinating due to enlarged prostate.
– Decreased sperm production and infertility.
– Excessive growth of body hair.
– Sudden appearance of acne and oiliness on the skin and scalp.
– Increased abdominal circumference.
Causes of high testosterone
Possible reasons include the following.
– Hyperthyroidism
– Tumors of the adrenal gland
– Precocious puberty
– Consumption of steroids
– Excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco
– Some vaccines.
Even if the specific treatments will give the expected results, if they are not performed in time, complications can arise in the fundamental organs.
Source: Clarin
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