Understanding Low Testosterone in Men: Causes & Solutions

Although testosterone levels naturally decline in men as they age, in some cases, these levels drop off much more dramatically than they should at a much earlier age than expected. There are many possible causes for this.

Biological

• The biological cause for lower testosterone levels in men is when the testes begin producing smaller amount of testosterone.

Conditions

• Some causes of testosterone decline are due to conditions that men were not born with, or from severe injuries to the head or testicles or exposure to radiation.

Disorders

• In some cases, babies are born with congenital disorders that cause testosterone decline, such as Klinefelter's syndrome. This disorder causes a male body to develop in a feminine way due to the presence of an extra X chromosome.

Lifestyle

• It is also possible to develop bad habits that reduce the body's production of testosterone, such as excessive smoking or drinking, a poor diet or a general lack of exercise.

Medications

• Certain medications, both prescription and non-prescription, have been known to carry side effects that may result in loss of testosterone.