I think I may have a hormonal problem

[spax]

Hi guys,

Im 18 years old, turning 19 into a couple of months, and I don't even shave yet! Like every couple of weeks, I might have to shave upove my lip a bit or on my chin, but its just a few hairs. Isnt this really odd? My face is baby smooth.

I also don't have much body hair on me. No hair on my chest.

I don't think it is genetic because my dad has a beard and is hairy, and so is my older brother.

Im not that underdeveloped, I have quite broad shoulders and am about 6ft . I weigh about 70kgs.

What's up? Do I have a testosterone deficiency or something?

 

[Hughman]

I'm not a qualified doctor, yet (hehe), but it may just be that aspect of your development hasn't happened yet, puberty isn't linear and your body will achieve its 'final' characteristics by about 25 (final face shape changes, final body type without training).

If you are worried, go see your GP and ask for advise, they might be able to do a blood test for you or something. It's probably nothing to worry about though.

 

[picard]

No. your body is normal. Everyone develop at different pace. You can't put an arbitrary age number on your body development.

 

[Quagmire911]

Time for some squats and deadlifts .

Most people are deficient in zinc, especially those that exercise. Zinc is very important for a lot of bodily functions- including test production.

If youre worried take 15mg a day, and get either zinc citrate/arginate. Do not get zinc oxide. The good news is zinc is cheap, and it can make quite a difference.

Those that weightlift can take 30-45mg a day.