In Men, Sudden Decrease in Testosterone Levels May Result in Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

A study conducted at Rush University Medical Center has found that in male mice, a sudden decrease in testosterone levels make cause Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms. In healthy men, testosterone levels drop about one percent every year after they peak in the mid-30s. Levels also may drop due to stress or shifting life events, making a man more vulnerable to Parkinson’s disease. “In men, testosterone levels are intimately coupled to many disease processes,” on researcher said. “Therefore, preservation of testosterone in males may be an important step to become resistant to Parkinson’s disease.” Click here to read the full story.