Could you be testosterone deficient? |
This tool is designed to assess whether or not men aged 50 years or more are likely to be testosterone deficient. Many of the symptoms of testosterone deficiency are related to a man's quality of life (e.g. emotional disorders such as depression and reduced wellbeing) and physical functioning (e.g. reduced physical strength and sexual performance). The questionnaire therefore asks men about various aspects of their physical and emotional health in order to determine if the man is or is not likely to be testosterone deficient. It is important for men to be aware that the questionnaire is not a diagnostic tool, that is, it cannot be used alone to diagnose testosterone deficiency. However, the results of the questionnaire will help the doctor determine whether or not it is necessary to undertake blood tests (and possibly other tests) for testosterone deficiency. Once you have completed the questionnaire, print the results and take them to your next doctor's appointment. |
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Indicate the severity with which you experience each of the following symptoms, by marking the appropriate box. If you do not experience one or more of the symptoms, choose none. |
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| Decline in your feeling of general wellbeing - your general state of health in your opinion | | | | | | | Joint pain and muscular ache - e.g. lower back pain, joint pain, pain in limb, general back ache | | | | | | | Excessive sweating - unexpected, sudden episodes of sweating or hot flushes independent of strain | | | | | | | Sleep problems - difficulty in falling asleep, difficulty in sleeping through the night, waking up early and feeling tired, poor sleep quality or sleeplessness | | | | | | | Increased need for sleep, often feeling tired | | | | | | | Irritability - feeling aggressive, easily upset about little things, moody | | | | | | | Nervousness - inner tension, restlessness, feeling fidgety | | | | | | | Anxiety - feeling panicked | | | | | | | Physical exhaustion/lacking vitality - general decrease in day to day performance, reduced activity, lacking interest in leisure activities, feeling of getting less done, feeling of achieving less, feeling you have to force oneself to undertake activities | | | | | | | Decrease in muscular strength - feeling of weakness | | | | | | | Depressive mood - feeling down, sad, on the verge of tears, lack of drive, mood swings, feeling nothing is of any use | | | | | | | Feeling that you have passed your peak | | | | | | | Feeling burnt out, having hit rock bottom | | | | | | | Decrease in beard growth | | | | | | | Decrease in ability/frequency to perform sexually | | | | | | | Decrease in number of morning erections | | | | | | | Decrease in sexual desire/libido - lacking pleasure in sex, lacking desire for sexual intercourse | | | | | |
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Do you experience any other symptoms? |
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Your resultsYou have a total score of . You have a body mass index (BMI) of . Positive - Your symptoms suggest that testosterone deficiency is likely. You should consult a doctor about your symptoms. Equivocal - Your symptoms suggest that testosterone deficiency may develop in the future. You should see your doctor if your symptoms persist or become worse. Negative - Your symptoms suggest that testosterone deficiency is unlikely. However, if you are concerned, go see a doctor and take this tool with you. |
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References: - Kratzik CW, Hienemann LAJ, Saad, F. Minn Thai D, Rucklinger E, Composite screener for androgen deficiency related to Aging Male Symptoms scale. Aging Male. 2005; 8(3/4): 157-61.
- Berlin Centre for Epidemiology and Health Research. Ageing Male Symptoms Questionnaire. 2008. [cited 2010, May 28]. Available from: http://www.aging-males-symptoms-scale.info/documents/question.pdf
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