Is low testosterone treated if there are no symptoms?
ANSWER
If a man has symptoms of low testosterone and tests show he has an abnormally low testosterone level, a doctor may suggest treatment. For millions of men who have low testosterone levels but no symptoms, no treatment is currently recommended. It is has also not been approved for treating men with low levels because of aging.
From: Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy Right for You? WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Minesh Khatri on March 14, 2019
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