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Published on: 3/5/2025

Does Low Testosterone Make You Tired?

Yes, low testosterone can make you feel very tired because this hormone helps keep your body energized.

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Explanation

Testosterone is a hormone that helps give you energy and strength. When you have low testosterone, a condition sometimes called hypogonadism, you might notice that you feel very tired or run down. This happens because there isn’t enough of the hormone to support all the body’s functions that need energy. Doctors have found that men with low testosterone often feel more fatigue, and some research shows that treatments to increase testosterone can help reduce these tired feelings. It’s important to know, though, that feeling tired can be caused by many things, not just low testosterone. If you feel constantly tired, it’s a good idea to talk to a doctor who can check your hormone levels and find out what is making you feel this way. They can then help you decide if treatment for low testosterone or another treatment might work best.

(References)

  • Mani SB, Clavijo RI. Medical Treatment of Hypogonadism in Men. Urol Clin North Am. 2022 May;49(2):197-207. doi: 10.1016/j.ucl.2021.12.008. PMID: 35428426.

  • de Almeida Ferreira M, Mendonça JA. Long-term testosterone replacement therapy reduces fatigue in men with hypogonadism. Drugs Context. 2022 Feb 2;11:2021-8-12. doi: 10.7573/dic.2021-8-12. PMID: 35211178; PMCID: PMC8823386.

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