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Do You Have Low T?

Low T Quiz

Low testosterone, also known as Low T, is not uncommon in men as they get older. But if you have type 2 diabetes, regardless of your age, your risk of Low T increases. Studies suggest that between 20 - 64% of men with diabetes have hypogonadism. Here is a quiz to help you find out if you should talk to your doctor about low testosterone.

SOURCES:
1 - Kalyani RR, Dobs AS: Androgen deficiency, diabetes, and the metabolic syndrome in men. Curr Opin Endocrinol Diabetes Obes 14:226, 2007 (Accessed 6/10/12)
2 - Dhindsa S et al: Frequent occurrence of hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in type 2 diabetes. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 89:5462, 2004 (Accessed 6/10/12)

Reviewed by Jason C. Baker, M.D. 6/12

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