Testosterone is important to overall Men’s Health…
An estimated 1 million men in the United States are testosterone deficient1-4
Common signs, symptoms, and risks associated with testosterone deficiency
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Diminished Libido
- Depression
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- Lethargy (No Energy)
- Loss of muscle mass and strength
- Osteoporosis
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Identifying at-risk patients
Patient signs and symptoms checklist (developed at St. Louis University)*
| Do you have decrease in libido (sex drive)? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Do you have a lack of energy? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Do you have a decrease in strength or endurance? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Have you lost height? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Have you noticed a decreased “enjoyment of life”? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Are you sad or grumpy? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Are your erections less strong? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Have you noticed a recent deterioration in your ability to play sports? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Are you falling asleep after dinner? |
qYes |
qNo |
| Has there been a recent deterioration in your work performance? |
qYes |
qNo |
*Although not a definitive clinical screening instrument, this checklist is of use to heighten awareness concerning the presence of hypogonadism in the male.
Adapted with permission from Morley JE, Kaiser FE, Sih R, Hajjar R, Perry HM III.
Testosterone and Frailty. Clin Geriatr Med. 1997; 13; 685-695
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Testosterone Screening Test
