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Low Testosterone

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Mike Murray, Nick Milazzo

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Morgan Pfiffner, Igor Deoli

•Last Updated: August 14, 2023

Low testosterone results from a problem in the testicles or the brain and can cause low libido, muscle loss, and/or depressed mood. It is primarily treated with testosterone replacement therapy.

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