I am a 40 year old male who's testosterone shows to be WNL, yet the free testosterone is low. I anticipate my doctor to just prescribe a testosterone supplement. Prior to going that route, should I have him look at the factors mentioned in the attached quote as being the possible cause that should be addressed? If so, how would you suggest I make that point?
Here's the quote: "Low free testosterone indicates there is a good chance that other hormonal imbalances (besides testosterone) are also occurring which need to be assessed and addressed - e.g. hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, high estradiol levels, etc.
Given how large an overlap there is between the symptoms of testosterone deficiency, thyroid hormone deficiency, cortisol deficiency, insulin resistance/diabetes, etc., it is important to look at the other hormones for a solution if total testosterone is at a good level."
Thank you
Here's the quote: "Low free testosterone indicates there is a good chance that other hormonal imbalances (besides testosterone) are also occurring which need to be assessed and addressed - e.g. hypothyroidism, insulin resistance, high estradiol levels, etc.
Given how large an overlap there is between the symptoms of testosterone deficiency, thyroid hormone deficiency, cortisol deficiency, insulin resistance/diabetes, etc., it is important to look at the other hormones for a solution if total testosterone is at a good level."
Thank you