Low Testosterone Symptoms

If you’re a human being, and if you’re reading this it is assumed you are, then low testosterone may be a concern for you. In the U.S. alone more than 20million men suffer from low testosterone, and while women can suffer too it is men who most commonly fall prey to the problem. The low testosterone symptoms can be very easy to spot; however, as the often gradually occur many men become accustomed before they realize they have a problem. Fortunately, while this is a condition that is beyond bothersome there is a remedy for the problem, and it is quite simple. Such a remedy will not alter your life, it will not be inconvenient, and regardless of anything else it will greatly improve your overall quality of life.

The Low Testosterone Symptoms

There are several low testosterone symptoms that may point to you having a problem. In most cases, you will display at least two symptoms, and in most cases one of the sexually related will occur. As the problem is left ignored, other symptoms will begin to show, and each one will get worse the longer the problem is left unattended to. It is true, low testosterone symptoms are not life-threatening, but not only are they very problematic they can be an open door to many far more serious complications. The following chart displays the low testosterone symptoms, the gateway effects that can occur if the condition is ignored, as well as the possible severity of the initial low testosterone symptoms:


 

Low Testosterone Symptoms	Possible Severity	Gateway Effects
Loss of Libido	Severe	Diabetes
Erectile Dysfunction	Moderate to Severe	Osteoporosis
Loss of Muscle Mass	High Moderate	Alzheimer’s
Loss of Strength	Moderate to Severe	Anxiety
Increased Body-Fat	Moderate to Sever	High Cholesterol
Inability to lose Fat	Severe	Infertility
Loss of Energy	Severe	Polyuria
Loss of Concentration	Moderate	Constant Soreness & Aches
Depression	Moderate to Severe
Insomnia	Low to Moderate
Decreased Sense of Well-Being	Severe

  

   
Combating Low Testosterone Symptoms

There is only one thing on this earth that will combat the low testosterone symptoms, and that is testosterone. For some reason, by the manner in-which testosterone has been demonized in popular culture due to it being an anabolic steroid this surprises many people. This should not be a surprise; for example, if you’re hungry you need food, if you’re lacking in food the only thing that will fix it is more food. The same can be said of testosterone, if you’re lacking in testosterone the only thing you can do is provide your body more of the hormone. This isn’t brain surgery, although it’s often treated as such. In the U.S. to combat low testosterone symptoms there are many options regarding the type of testosterone therapy you receive. There is the most efficient injectable testosterone, topical solutions, implant pellets and even somewhat indirect measures through Aromatase Inhibitors (AI’s) and Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERM’s). AI’s and SERM’s work by stimulating the release of LH and FSH into the body, thereby stimulating natural testosterone production; they can work, but often they are not enough. There is also a peptide hormone, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG) that is sometimes used for early initial stimulation. In any case, to combat the low testosterone symptoms, we have listed all possible common measures, the type of measure or form, and its ability to remedy on a 1-10 scale:

Treatment	Form	Recovery Rating
Androderm	Topical Testosterone Patch	5
AndroGel	Topical Testosterone Gel	6
Arimidex	AI	4
Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid)	SERM	3
hCG	Peptide	5
Letrozole	AI	4
Tamoxifen Citrate (Nolvadex)	SERM	3
Testopel	Subcutaneous Implant Pellet	8-10
Sustanon 250	Injectable Testosterone	10
Testosterone-Cypionate	Injectable Testosterone	10
Testosterone-Enanthate	Injectable Testosterone	10
Testosterone-Propionate	Injectable Testosterone	10

Complications of Multiple Sclerosis

From fatigue to sexual dysfunction, multiple sclerosis can come with a debilitating set of symptoms. You may know someone living with multiple sclerosis, but do you know how they are affected by MS?

9 Common MS Symptoms

Multiple sclerosis symptoms and complications often relate to where myelin and nerve damage occurs in the body. Many organs and systems in the body can be affected. Common issues include:

Fatigue: According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, many people living with multiple sclerosis suffer from fatigue. MS-based fatigue can be difficult to diagnose at first as many diseases also cause fatigue, but in MS, heat is known to make the problem worse. According to Dr. Chitnis, "fatigue is a chronic symptom of MS that can be disabling, but it can be treated with medication."

Loss of Mobility and Spasticity: Multiple sclerosis can attack the part of the brain that regulates motor function. This problem is what Rick Sommers, diagnosed with MS in 1994, calls "a predisposition to being clumsy" — meaning that it causes frequent stumbles and missteps and may eventually cause a more severe disability. "Will I end up in a wheelchair?" is still a question frequently asked by people newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and though many people living with MS will need assistance from adaptive technologies at some point in their lives, doctors are now reporting that the outlook is better than ever. Chitnis says that currently "the goal of treatment is to prevent disability."

Bowel and Urinary Dysfunction: "Urinary symptoms are common in people living with MS and usually involve urgency or frequency issues," Chitnis says. Incontinence, or an involuntary loss of urine, can also appear in MS patients, not necessarily due to the direct action of multiple sclerosis but due to a combination of MS complications such as a less-active lifestyle and the side effects of medications, says Chitnis.

Cognitive Issues: Problems with processing thoughts, concentration, memory, or other issues related to mental awareness or judgment are widespread among people living with MS and have been gaining more attention recently. Jeffrey Gingold, diagnosed in 1996, suffers from cognitive issues as a result of his MS. "Because it's a mental condition," he says, of the cognitive effects of MS, "there's more of a stigma attached. People are reluctant to talk about it." Still, Gingold believes this perception is gradually changing. In the past, he says, "even health care providers sometimes had a tendency to write such issues off as stress or a menopause-related problem, for women." Now, people are taking the common cognitive symptoms of multiple sclerosis more seriously.

Depression: Depression can be caused by a number of factors in people with multiple sclerosis. Chitnis says the relationship between depression and MS is complex: For people predisposed to depression, some of the medications that are used to slow the progression of multiple sclerosis can make symptoms of depression worse; for other people, the shock of being diagnosed with a chronic illness can lead to depression. In addition, she says, depression can develop as a direct result of multiple sclerosis, occurring when the part of the brain that regulates emotions is attacked and damaged.

Sexual Dysfunction: Sexual dysfunction is a common complaint among people living with MS. Sexual problems in people with MS can result from a multiple sclerosis attack on the part of the brain that controls sexual function or the nerves that send impulses to the sex organs. Or, they can come as a result of a combination of other MS complications. Depression and fatigue, for instance, are often linked to lessened sexual desire. And spasticity and loss of mobility, which are common in MS, can cause discomfort during sexual activity.

Speech Problems: Speech issues can appear in people living with MS if multiple sclerosis attacks the part of the brain that controls verbal communication or the nerves that send communication between the mouth and brain. Speech problems take the form of slurred or nasal-sounding speech, and changes in cadence, such as additional pauses between words and syllables where none are usually found.

Lung Issues: Your brain automatically regulates certain essential bodily functions such as breathing and your heart beat, even while you're sleep. If multiple sclerosis damages the part of the brain that controls such automatic functions, serious problems can result. If you have MS and you're having difficulty breathing, don't delay seeing a doctor or even going to the emergency room.

Osteoporosis: People with MS are at increased risk for osteoporosis, a disease that causes thinning of the bones. Because the condition also creates mobility and spacticity problems, some people with MS are more prone to falling, which also increases their chances of breaking a bone. In addition, steroid drugs are frequently prescribed to treat flare-ups of MS symptoms and, while they do an effective job of bringing MS symptoms under control, they can also increase the risk for osteoporosis.

While multiple sclerosis complications will vary from person to person, understanding these common risk factors can help you and your doctor in creating a disease management plan that works best for your individualized needs.

6 Symptoms of Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer

Symptoms of locally advanced prostate cancer are signs that you should check with your doctor. Patients may not always experience symptoms of locally advanced prostate cancer, and many of the potential symptoms are not specific to locally advanced prostate cancer. Nevertheless, if you experience any of the following symptoms make an appointment with your doctor to determine what might be the cause.

•     Nocturia or waking up at night to urinate. While we all have to get up to urinate occasionally, if you are having to get up two or more times per night you need to discuss this with your doctor. In addition to being a symptom of a benign prostate condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), frequent nighttime urination can be a sign of diabetes or other heart conditions.You might try simply decreasing or eliminating drinking after your evening meal. Additionally, decreasing caffeinated and alcoholic beverages can decrease your urinary frequency. If these steps improve the nighttime awakenings to urinate than they are most likely the cause. If not or if you are concerned, make sure to discus with your doctor.
•     Weak urinary stream. As you age a weaker urinary stream often occurs. As a child many young boys attempt to see how far away they stand from a toilet or other object they may be trying to urinate on. What this means in very practical terms is that you likely have to stand closer to an object in your 50s and 60s compared to when you were younger. A weak urinary stream can also be a symptom of other conditions such as a urinary tract infection, a prostate infection called prostatitis, BPH, or a side effect of some common drugs like those used to treat allergies. Symptoms of a weakened urinary stream that you need to discuss with your doctor include:

•            Dribbling when you finish urinating
•            Difficulty in starting to urinate or hesitancy
•            Feeling as though you have to “go again” after recently urinating. This is a symptom of urinary retention.

•     Dysuria or pain when you urinate. While pain when you urinate could indicate symptoms of locally advanced prostate cancer, the pain could also just be a symptom of a prostate infection or a urinary tract infection. No matter what the cause, it always needs to be looked into by a healthcare professional.
•     Pain in thighs, lower back, or hips. Pain in these areas could be due to something simple like participating in activities that you have not done in a long time (e.g., like riding a bike), falling, or just regular arthritis. However, pain that does not improve with several days of rest or persists for more than a couple of weeks needs to be investigated.
•     Hematuria or blood in your urine. This is another symptom that should always trigger a visit to your doctor. In addition to prostate cancer, blood in your urine could be from several different kinds of cancer, disorders of your blood system that cause problems with clotting, or sickle cell disease.
•     Weight loss. While most Americans can stand to lose 10 or more pounds and most would love to do just that, unintended weight loss almost always means something is afoot. Possible causes include everything from depression to thyroid problems. Your doctor can help get to the bottom of whatever is causing your weight loss.

These symptoms of locally advanced prostate cancer can mimic many other diseases. The only way you will be able to tell what is causing your symptoms is to get to the doctor and get them checked out.