Doctors
may prescribe some medications to lower the symptoms. Many patients never think
about the long term effects of hormone injections, and when they come to know
about that, they are shocked. The short term as well as long term side effects
of the injections may vary according to the age, gender, dosage, and overall
health of the person. Since these injections help build muscles and increase
muscle size, youngsters who are interested in bodybuilding opt for such
therapy. Athletes also take these injections for improvement in performance.
Long term adverse effects of these injections are often noticed in those who
take the injections over an extended period. Growth of facial and body hair in
women Male-pattern baldness in women (women with thin hair should avoid taking
these injections.) Deepening of voice Clitoral engorgement in women A change in
mood or personality, depression, aggression, severe mood swings that may result
in violence Liver dysfunction, jaundice, may lead to liver cancer Baldness in
men Growth of the Adam's apple Numbness, tingling sensation, joint pain, and
breast enlargement in men (Gynecomastia) Decreased sperm count or lack of
sperms Prolonged, painful erections known as priapism Shrinking of the
testicles Fluid retention and heart failure Tremors, renal failure Cognitive
and behavioral changes, sudden change in energy levels, confusion, memory loss,
and loss of concentration Acne or other skin diseases Enlargement of prostate
(may lead to urethral obstruction), painful symptoms in the scrotum and
associated areas Adverse change in blood cholesterol levels leading to
narrowing of the blood vessels, atherosclerosis, and related health
complications In women, positive effects of the hormone-replacement therapy can
be canceled by these injections, leading to damaged cardiovascular system.
Testosterone may interact negatively with Alpha Force Testo routine drugs canceling their
effects, and creating several health problems. For example, diabetic medicines,
blood clot medicines, propranolol, etc. You should describe your health
condition, and provide information about your routine medicines to the
physician to avoid health complications. Patients with breast cancer or
prostate cancer should consult their physician before taking these injections.
You may raise the blood level of the hormone naturally by following a balanced
diet and by performing exercises regularly. Changes in the lifestyle such as
limiting alcohol and avoiding smoking help maintain hormone levels in the body.
Testosterone is a steroid hormone found in the androgen group of mammals and
other vertebrates. Although it is a male sex hormone secreted by testes in
males, there is a very minute amount also secreted by the ovaries in females.
This hormone is related to sexual functions in men, and many times, is known to
play similar functions in women as well. The level of testosterone in women is
one tenth of the amount found in a man's body, and this level depends greatly
on the age, weight, height, and metabolism of a woman's body. The levels of
this hormone are the same in prepubescent boys and girls, but when they hit
puberty, the levels increase in males and decrease in females after menopause.
However, the little testosterone present in a woman's body helps her to be
physically fit. On the other hand, high testosterone in women can lead to
serious health problems. High Levels of Male Sex Hormone in Women The level of
this hormone in boys and girls till puberty is about 30 ng/dL, which increases
with age in both men and women.
However, it is supposed to decrease after
menopause in women. This increase in case of women should go to 50 ng/dL by the
age of 15 and 70 ng/dL till they are 20 years old. After 20 years of age, this
level is said to be normal till menopause, and then it decreases. Causes There
are a number of causes for this abnormally high-blood testosterone in women.
Some may be natural while the others induced. They are: One of the major causes
of this can be low-estrogen levels in the body, which are considered to
increase the production of the male sex hormones. These male sex hormones
produced in women are converted into the female reproductive hormones called
estrogen. However, when there are low-estrogen levels in the body, the
androgens and testosterone are circulated more freely in the body, stimulating
more cells. Another reason is having the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This
disease is caused due to the production of "free" form of
testosterone in a female system. This can cause infertility, irregular or
absent menstrual periods, and sometimes excess hair growth. Many times, this
hormone is also secreted by adrenal glands. Thus, if you have a problem with
the glands, these hormones will be produced in high quantities. This can also
be due to a condition known as late onset or non-classical congenital adrenal
hyperplasia, where there is less production of the enzyme that produces the
hormones. Effects Increased levels of the hormone can result in irregular
periods, infertility, and enlarged clitoris. It may also lead to high
cholesterol and high-blood pressure, sleep apnea, increased facial hair growth,
and liver diseases. Increased sexual desire, aggression, and competitiveness
can also be noticed in these women. Testosterone therapy can be used to bring
back the levels of the hormone back to normal.
Therefore, if you are observe or
experience any of the aforementioned symptoms, consult your doctor immediately
for related treatment. Medically known as 'androgen', testosterone is a vital
hormone produced in large amounts in the testicles. Generally, it is said to be
the male sex hormone however, it's also found in very small quantities in
females. Its secretion in blood is regulated by the master gland, pituitary. It
is responsible for development of numerous primary and secondary male sexual
characteristics in men. The Pituitary gland controls its level in our body by
releasing the luteinizing hormone (LH). Any reduction in its levels is
regulated by secretion of LH and the body tries to release the required amount
of the hormone into the blood stream. Its normal levels may fluctuate (decrease
or increase) depending on a person's age or due to any medical condition.
Normal Levels by Age The production of testosterone in males starts during
puberty and is at its peak while they are still young. With age, its production
starts decreasing owing to the aging process. Since it is a vital hormone,
maintaining it at the required level is essential for proper functioning of the
body. The readings of normal level may vary from lab to lab with minute
differences in specifications and the standards used for testing.
Even units of
measurement that are used may be different. However, standard medical data
picked from various sources, suggests the following as the normal level, based
on age. Age Testosterone Levels 7 months - 9 years Less than 30 ng/dL 10 - 19
years 1 to 970 ng/dL 20 - 59 years 270 to 890 ng/dL 60 years & above 352 to
720 ng/dL The unit used above is nanograms (ng) per deciliter (dL). As you can
observe, the normal levels of testosterone in men over 50 are relatively less
than those in younger ages. High Testosterone Levels In men, its high level can
result in several health related problems. Some facts about these fluctuations
are as follows: Higher levels of this hormone can increase the risk of prostate
cancer or cancer of adrenal glands. Early puberty in boys is often due to
increased levels of this hormone in the body. Its increased levels can promote
overactivity of sebaceous glands leading to skin related problems like acne.
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