Low testosterone for a 35 yrs old (low at 132)?

[jacobson00]

I am so glad to have found this forum. My blood test came back with a very low level of T 132 (241-827 ng/dl). I took the blood test because of some ED issues i experienced last year. I am a 35 yrs, slim , walk a lot . My whole blood count was good.
does the fact that the blood was drawn late in the afternoon have something to do with it?
My symptoms are not that bad. Sure, i feel tired sometimes, not completely energized but still ok. I do feel sad sometimes but that;s due to family issues. My memory is actually not that good. I can't remember things as i used.

[Justin]

Welcome to the forum!

While testosterone levels are often at their highest point in the morning, there is not going to be a massive difference between the morning and afternoon to make a difference when you're talking about levels as low as yours.

Symptoms, memory loss is a common symptom of low testosterone. This is more common when levels are extremely low and have been for an extended period of time. More importantly, while symptoms are an indicator, regardless of their severity, long term low testosterone is extremely unhealthy and can increase the risk of far more serious health problems. It sounds like you are someone who should weigh out and consider treatment options.

[jacobson00]

Welcome to the forum!

While testosterone levels are often at their highest point in the morning, there is not going to be a massive difference between the morning and afternoon to make a difference when you're talking about levels as low as yours.

Symptoms, memory loss is a common symptom of low testosterone. This is more common when levels are extremely low and have been for an extended period of time. More importantly, while symptoms are an indicator, regardless of their severity, long term low testosterone is extremely unhealthy and can increase the risk of far more serious health problems. It sounds like you are someone who should weigh out and consider treatment options.

the results of my second test came out at 780! wow, how can that be. The doc said i don't need to take it again. somehow i feel i want to take it again.

[Justin]

That's too big of a discrepancy between the two results. I've probably have it done again as well. I'd also make sure you have your free testosterone levels checked as well, that's the most important number. Your total testosterone is meaningless compared to your free as free is all your body has access to.