When you think of joint pain, it’s probably arthritis and injury that come to mind first. But sometimes the real problem is hormonal imbalances such as low testosterone. Low T levels actually cause pain in joints.

To know for certain, get a proper evaluation from a medical doctor.

What Is a Low Testosterone Score?
If your testosterone level is under 300 nanograms per deciliter (ng/dL) of blood. A simple blood test will tell you your testosterone level.

What Are the Most Common Symptoms of Low Testosterone?

• Excessive fatigue
• Loss of sex drive
• Anxiety or depression
• Infertility
• Enlarged breasts
• Weight gain

Keep in mind, not everyone who has these symptoms has low T levels. And there are other, less common, symptoms of low T. Ask your doctor about your T levels if you are experiencing joint pain accompanied by one or more of the symptoms listed above.