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Why have I got high Cortisol and low Testosterone levels? I have high Cortisol and low Testosterone levels. In all respects I’m pretty healthy but have been feeling a little flat. Does anyone know A: what could cause these unusual hormone levels? and B: what sort of treatment is available? I’m 35, work out 5 days per week and would like to get a bit more zing back into me. Thanks

AT replied: "Sometimes high cortisol can mean that you have a high level of stress, or experiencing more stress than normal. This in turn can cause other hormone levels to decrease such as decrease in testosterone due to stress."

levelhead replied: "try looking at Cushing's syndrome follow this link if it matches your features. "

What can cause low cortisol and low testosterone? I had a recent lab done to figure out why I had gained over 60 lbs in 4 months and have had chronic fatigue, took one lab and the doc said he wanted to do another one to confirm results. Results were confirmed and showed that a 24 hour urinalazisis showed "only trace amounts of cortisol" and blood work showed testosterone level of 69ng/dl. Any ideas? NOTE: No past history, meds, or allergies. Workout 6 times a week and eat clean

Jen S replied: "I would suspect that you need more cortisol testing. A cortisol test that low would be suspicious for lab error, as well, it would mean that you have none, and frankly, that is a dangerous and life-threatening situation. One cortisol test just does not do it when you have symptoms. You need a variety and in different methods - blood, urine and saliva. Low testosterone is typical for high cortisol. As well, if other hormone tests were done, other hormones and as well, other minerals may be impacted. I would find a doctor that knows what he/she knows what they are doing and get tested correctly. I had Cushing's disease."

low cortisol, low progesterone, VERY low testosterone, elevated TSH? I'm 20, I just got back these blood results, and my doctor referred me to an endocrinologist but that was it my morning cortisol level was 100, I think he said my testosterone was 2 (may have misheard that one??), and I cannot remember the figure for my progesterone my symptoms are: rapid weight gain that stopped and won't come off, tired all the time, ringing in ears, veeery irregular periods, cognitive symptoms (sluggish thoughts, brain fog) and some others a. what could this indicate? b. is there anything I can do to ease my symptoms in the meantime?? thanks so much for your help, I've barely been able to function for a year and a half and I want to start living again btw I am going in for more tests tomorrow, these were done by another doctor..i'm having T3 and T4 done tomorrow as well as having the others rechecked

Kathy M replied: "High cortisol production can indicate cushings disease, you would have weight gain, higher blood pressure and possibly higher glucose levels. Thyroid should be checked too. Adrenal issues can be very serious and yes, an endocrinologist in the person to go to. Good Luck!"

Jen S replied: "Low cortisol indicates an adrenal insuffiency issue - more along the lines of Addison's disease. But since you listed just number without ranges (all labs vary), it is hard to tell really where you are. Usually 100 is high by all the labs I use to that is a bit odd to me. Weight gain is usually a sign of too much cortisol, not too little. I have to say, a lot of the fatigue and cognitive issues for too much or too little are the same (I had Cushing's disease and to resolve it, my adrenals were removed - so I have lived or live both ends) which may not make sense but it is true. The thing is that too much or too little of any hormone throws off the balance of the endocrine system and it impacts other hormones. You need to see an excellent endocrinologist - do not let anyone just dismiss you on the basis of weight or anything. I had normal or low cortisol levels for years and I had Cushing's - I was cyclical! I was high only at night so I could not sleep. There is really no way to ease symptoms - you have to get rid of the underlying disease unless it is addison's - then you can take steroids, florinef and salt in the right balance and feel better. Make sure you get copies of all your tests and keep a copy for yourself. Learn as much as you can."

Excess Estrogen AND excess Testosterone AND excess Cortisol AND insufficient Progesterone in a Female Teen? After no luck with the pediatrician, neurologist, and psychiatrist I took my daughter to a doctor that specializes in people that have hard to diagnose problems. He did the blood and spit tests along with a complete history and physical examination. Even though he is an MD, he seems to gravitate towards unconventional methods of treatment. He told her to use Progesterone cream (a prescription med) and take supplements called Adreset, Vessel Care, and Meta I 3 C for the imbalance. She developed a rash from the Adreset, so she had to discontinue using it. The Adreset was supposed to lower the Cortisol. What other options are out there? The cream is supposed to increase the Progesterone so that the ratio is more in line with what it should be. But, if they are all high, isn't that bad too? I'll probably end up taking her to an endocrinologist, but I wondered if anyone else has had any experience like this. She is not overweight. Her doctor told her to lose 10 pounds and she has already done that. The problems that sent us to the doctor in the first place were, migraines, dramatic mood swings, and insomnia.

happyhouse96 replied: "I have a very similar problem, I am on bio identical progesterone replacement therapy. I get a cream at a compounding pharmacy that I rub on my wrists every night. I did need a prescription for it .too much estrogen is not good, adding the progesterone balances out everything- it's not that the estrogen is high, it's that the progesterone is low. for the cortisol I take a series of vitamins. You need to get the book by dr james l wilson called adrenal fatigue. It will explain a lot. he has formulated a 4 set supplement that really works. I only take 2 of them because I am not made of money :) I take the adrenal rebuilder and the adrenal c formula. Also, is your daughter overweight? The reason why I have all of the horomone problems is because of PCOS- polycystic ovarian syndrome- look into it, it can mess with your blood sugars and everything, the cortisol usually goes up due to stress- not just mental stress but stress in your body, with all of those horomone imbalances I am sure her body is having some stress! hope that helps"

Physiological similarity in control of the release cortisol, prolactin, thyroid hormone and testosterone?!? plz and thanks! =)

er.doctor replied: "Yes, they all have a feedback mechanism. In the case of the throid...TSH (throid stimulating hormone) secreted by the pituitary causes increased thyroid production. When the levels of the thryoid hormones are high the secretion of TSH is inhibited and when they are low the secretion of TSH is stimulated."

Why is cholestrol a precursor for hormones? I know cholesterol is a precursor for estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, testosterone, and fat but I don't know why exactly my physio book just says it's the parent molecule what exactly does that mean can someone explain please.. thank you

steve_geo1 replied: "Once the animal body takes in cholesterol, or once the animal body makes cholesterol, then the stereochemistry of the molecule suits it uniquely for conversion to all those other hormones (except fats, which have nothing to do with cholesterol, and are glyceryl triesters of fatty acids.) Plants make steroids also, but the stereochemistry of plant steroids is different from animal"

Menthoids replied: "The word steroid comes from "sterol"--the cholesterol molecule at the root of every steroid hormone. Cholesterol is at the centre of every steroid hormone: oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, DHEA, aldosterone. So to answer your question more succinctly it is called the 'parent' molecule as it 'spawns' all these hormones. No Cholesterol 'parent' no hormone 'children' !"

I have to see an endocrinologist today, what can I expect the appt to be like? I was referred because back in June I had blood test results that indicated elevated TSH low progesterone low cortisol low testosterone I'm 20 and female.. I had new blood tests earlier this month so I think the appointment will involve going over those, but what else should I be prepared for?

lasvegashun replied: "Hormones are molecules that act as signals from one type of cells to another. Most hormones reach their targets via the blood. All multicellular organisms need coordinating systems to regulate and integrate the function of cells. Two mechanisms perform this function in higher animals: the nervous system and the endocrine system. The endocrine system acts through the release (generally into the blood) of chemical agents and is vital to the proper development and function of organisms. As Hadley notes,[1] the integration of developmental events such as proliferation, growth, and differentiation (including histogenesis and organogenesis) and the coordination of metabolism, respiration, excretion, movement, reproduction, and sensory perception depend on chemical cues, substances synthesised and secreted by specialised cells. Endocrinology is concerned with the study of the biosynthesis, storage, chemistry, and physiological function of hormones and with the cells of the endocrine glands and tissues that secrete them. So looks like they will check your hormones. If you had the blood work, they will determine meds for you. Good luck hun, could be worse then this..."

Women: Hyperandrogenism (elevated testosterone) trouble losing weight? Anyone w/ hyperandrogenism (high levels of testosterone) or a similar hormonal imbalance, do you have trouble losing weight? I've been diagnosed with having high levels of testosterone and am on Sprinolactone to block the receptors, but not lower my levels. I was on dexamethasone but too much lowered my Cortisol and not enough didn't do lower my testosterone. Anyone w/ similar story or just have had trouble losing weight?

fidgetyphoenix replied: "I have PCOS therefore higher levels of testosterone. I find it 'so' hard to lose weight. I've tried so many diets Atkins, South Beach, Slim-fast etc. and have finally came to the conclusion that diets do not work! Long term anyway. I mean, I've lost weight on a few of them but always gained it all back plus more. What I have found that works best for me is walking. I've tried many fast paced workout video's but nothing has worked as well as just walking for at least 30 minutes a day about 5 days a week. It's a slow go but at least the scale goes down rather than up. :) I know it's beyond frustrating when your body works against you. I hope you find something that works for you soon. :)"

Is there a less expensive place to get labwork done than Quest Diagnostics? My doctor wants me to get $700 worth of tests done for thyroid, cortisol, liver, and testosterone levels. Is there a place where I can get this done for less? Even mail order or something? Thanks, There are tons of site online that will for online boodwork. I got my $700 worth of tests for like $190

Baa Baa replied: "Check with hospitals in your area that might be able to help you. They have these health clinics going on sometimes that give all kinds of labwork really cheap. Also check at any free clinic that might be able to help you. If you are low income, some places will charge a sliding scale rate depending on how much you make. I have also seen community events at malls that have health fair events that offers all kinds of bloodwork cheap which would include the tests you mention. If you check around, I'm sure you will be able to get them much cheaper than $700. If all else fails, tell your doctor that you cannot afford them and ask him is he has any suggestions as to how you might be able to get them done."

What is cortisol's role in impotence? I have been determined to have an adrenal insufficiency. My adrenal glands are not producting enough cortisol. I notice that when I started cortisol that i gained sensation in my penis(before it was almost as like a finger, and had as much pleasure rubbing it, pretty weak). Now it has much more, and erections seem stronger. Why is testosterone blamed as the only sex hormone? What does cortisol play? By the way it corrects my sexual problems, I realize it must play a very important roll, so why is it ignored when I try to read up on it? This very well cured my problem as well I might add.

Robbie trd replied: "Gosh this is a question that required the nurse line or something from my health plan. I haven't heard this before. But it sounds as if you have a handle...don't know about the testosterone."