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Osteoporosis Low Testosterone Palm Beach Gardens FL
The Link Between Low T and Bone Loss
Although women are more likely to suffer from bone loss than men, that doesn't mean that men are immune. In fact, more than two million American men live with this condition. Sadly, many of these men go undiagnosed for an extended period of time, either because the symptoms are not readily apparent or because they are hesitant to schedule an appointment with a physician.
As men age, testosterone levels dip, leading to a slowing of many of the body's functions. Since men do not have female sex organs, they rely on testosterone as a means of producing estrogen. When testosterone levels begin to lower, so too does the estrogen. Believe it or not, it is estrogen which is primarily responsible for the maintenance of bone density.
The good news for men is that they are born with larger, denser skeletons. This means that andropause, or male menopause, is less likely to result in bone loss so severe that it causes excessively brittle bones. With that being said, strong bones are essential to maintaining a healthy and vibrant lifestyle.
Testosterone Clinic: Dr. Mikhail Berman
8295 N Military Trail, Suite G-1
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 841-1837
plus.google.com/106990328128651242148
Osteoporosis Low Testosterone Palm Beach Gardens FL
The Link Between Low T and Bone Loss
Although women are more likely to suffer from bone loss than men, that doesn't mean that men are immune. In fact, more than two million American men live with this condition. Sadly, many of these men go undiagnosed for an extended period of time, either because the symptoms are not readily apparent or because they are hesitant to schedule an appointment with a physician.
As men age, testosterone levels dip, leading to a slowing of many of the body's functions. Since men do not have female sex organs, they rely on testosterone as a means of producing estrogen. When testosterone levels begin to lower, so too does the estrogen. Believe it or not, it is estrogen which is primarily responsible for the maintenance of bone density.
The good news for men is that they are born with larger, denser skeletons. This means that andropause, or male menopause, is less likely to result in bone loss so severe that it causes excessively brittle bones. With that being said, strong bones are essential to maintaining a healthy and vibrant lifestyle.
Testosterone Clinic: Dr. Mikhail Berman
8295 N Military Trail, Suite G-1
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
(561) 841-1837
plus.google.com/106990328128651242148