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Low Testosterone?

Are you experiencing decreased energy or strength?
Have you lost some of your sex drive? You may have Testosterone Basics
low testosterone. It is a problem that is far more Testosterone is the most important sex hormone
common than you may think. Men naturally lose some produced in the male body. Throughout adult life,
of their testosterone with aging, but the loss is testosterone helps maintain sex drive, the
accelerated with stress, weight gain, narcotic use and production of sperm cells, male hair patterns,
some medical problems. Even becoming a father has muscle mass and bone mass.
been shown to lower testosterone levels in men. Low Symptoms of low testosterone include:
testosterone can lead to weight gain, bone loss and
cardiac disease. Low testosterone is relatively easy ✓ Decreased libido
and safe to correct, and there are several options ✓ Loss of body hair
available. Treatment is tailored to each individual. ✓ Weaker erections
Screening and monitoring is just a simple blood test ✓ Increased body fat
which is done discretely within our own office and ✓ Fatigue
results are ready in minutes. If you believe you may ✓ Depressive mood
have low testosterone, please contact Urology ✓ Decrease in muscular strength
Northwest at 425.275.5555 for a screening
appointment.

6005 244th St. SW, Ste. 111
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
425.275.5555
www.urologynorthwest.com

Karny Jacoby, MD
Susan Walters, MD
James R. Downey, MD
Timothy Roddy, MD
Bill Vanasupa, DO
Amanda Heep, ND LA-C
Mandi Bainton, PA-C

Nora Biechele, PA-C

Urology Northwest is north Puget Sound’s center for urologic care, providing
superior service to women and men seeking urinary, pelvic and sexual wellness.