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Does prolonged urine bacterial infection for more than 2years can cause low testosterone levels???.?
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Prolonged urinary tract infections (UTIs) can indirectly affect testosterone levels by causing systemic inflammation and stress, which can disrupt hormone balance in the body. However, it's essential to consult with a healthcare professional for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your specific situation.
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Testosterone production primarily occurs in the testes of males and in small amounts in the ovaries of females, as well as in the adrenal glands of both genders. The process is regulated by a complex feedback loop involving the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and testes (or ovaries).
1. **Hypothalamus**: It secretes gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) in pulses, which stimulates the nearby pituitary gland.
2. **Pituitary Gland**: In response to GnRH, the pituitary gland releases luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) into the bloodstream.
3. **Testes (or Ovaries)**: LH acts on Leydig cells in the testes (or the ovaries in females), stimulating them to produce testosterone. FSH stimulates the Sertoli cells in the testes, supporting sperm production.
4. **Testosterone Production**: Within the Leydig cells, cholesterol is converted into testosterone through a series of enzymatic reactions, primarily by the enzyme 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase. Testosterone is then released into the bloodstream, where it circulates throughout the body, exerting its effects.
5. **Feedback Mechanism**: As testosterone levels rise, they inhibit the release of GnRH and LH through negative feedback to the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, respectively. This helps maintain testosterone levels within a certain range.
Several factors can influence testosterone production, including age, genetics, lifestyle, and medical conditions. Hormonal imbalances, such as those caused by prolonged stress or certain diseases like hypogonadism, can disrupt this process, leading to abnormalities in testosterone levels.
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There can be no urine infection that can be as long as 2 yrs.
And urine infection doesn't affect testosterone levels.
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Dr. Hemesh Sarode
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Kolkata
Please consult for proper evaluation with detailed history
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Dr. Najeeb T
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Please keep in mind that detailed medical history is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
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Pune
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
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Kindly consult investigation required
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Jyoti Singh
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Meerut
there are many reasons for low testosterone level
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
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According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment as you have mentioned as above .
Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow any medicine or advise after consultation only from a good doctor.
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• take plenty of fluid and
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please keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life.
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
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Yes it can.
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Mr Amit Kumar Upadhyay not having any known skin allergy and not have any kind of venerable disease.
He can do swimming as well
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