Low testosterone, also known as hypogonadism, can be treated through various methods to raise testosterone levels and alleviate associated symptoms. The specific treatment approach will depend on the individual's age, overall health, severity of symptoms, and underlying causes of low testosterone. Common treatment options include:
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) involves administering testosterone through different methods.
Clomiphene citrate is a medication that stimulates the body's natural production of testosterone and is sometimes used to treat secondary hypogonadism.
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) can stimulate the testes to produce more testosterone and is sometimes used to treat primary hypogonadism.
Addressing underlying conditions: If low testosterone is caused by an underlying medical condition, such as a pituitary gland disorder or chronic illness, treating the root cause may help restore testosterone levels.