Why do testosterone levels decrease?

Why do testosterone levels decrease?

Decrease in testosterone levels may result from many reasons. Firstly, as the production of testosterone will decrease with age, testosterone levels in the blood may also decrease. Moreover, testosterone production in the testicles may diminish due to some diseases or medical conditions regardless of age. Also, in situations that cause an increase in the destruction of testosterone, the testosterone levels in the blood will decline. Testosterone in the body is broken down in two main ways. In the first way, an enzyme named 5-alpha reductase converts the testosterone into another form of testosterone called Dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

 

What is the role of testosterone in body?

It regulates the sexual drive (libido) and affects the sexual functions. The erection of the penis is significantly affected by the testosterone levels. It also influences bone mass (density), body fat distribution, muscle mass and strength, red blood cells, and sperm production.

 

Do women have testosterone?

Testosterone is also produced in the ovaries of women. It is considered that testosterone regulates sexual desire in women as well, and has significant impacts on bone density. The amount of testosterone in women are quite less than in men.