As a man, testosterone levels are incredibly important to your health. Unfortunately, most men are under false impressions about testosterone levels. Here is a look at a few of the most common misconceptions you should know. 

Misconception: All men can tell if their testosterone levels are low. 

The majority of men who have low testosterone levels have no idea initially that this is what is going on in their bodies. Low testosterone can affect men in a variety of ways. Some men report feeling moody, some men develop swollen breast tissue, and some men deal with energy loss. But the symptoms are never guaranteed. 

Misconception: Testosterone production has nothing to do with your testicles. 

It is a little-known fact that if you have sustained an injury to your testicles or if you have had surgery on your testicles, your testosterone production may be affected. The testes are directly related to testosterone production. This is one reason why men who undergo surgery to remove a portion of a teste with cancer often have to have testosterone replacement therapy. 

Misconception: If your testosterone is low, you can't get an erection. 

It is true that men who have low testosterone levels can face issues with erectile dysfunction. However, this symptom usually only comes in when testosterone levels have dipped severely low. Studies have shown that testosterone levels must drop by 70 to 80 percent to actually affect sexual function. So unless you have severely low testosterone levels, you will likely still be able to achieve an erection. 

Misconception: Low testosterone levels can happen if you don't have enough sex. 

A healthy sex life is definitely good for the body, but it is not likely to cause a drop in testosterone levels if you are not having sex very often. You may see a lower level of sperm production if you are not sexually active, but your testosterone levels should not be detrimentally affected. 

Misconception: You can raise your testosterone levels to normal with certain vitamins. 

You may see a small increase in your testosterone levels with the right combination of herbal remedies or vitamin supplements, but it is highly doubtful that you will see a substantial difference. For example, vitamin D may help raise testosterone levels, but if you are deficient, it is not likely to be enough to make a huge difference in your symptoms. Therefore, it is best to talk to a low testosterone doctor about your problem. 

Learn more about addressing low testosterone by contacting services like NuMale Medical Center.