Risks of testosterone replacement therapy in men.
Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is a widely used treatment for men with symptomatic hypogonadism. The benefits seen with TRT, such as increased libido and energy level, beneficial effects on bone density, strength and muscle as well as cardioprotective effects, have been well-documented. TRT is contraindicated in men with untreated prostate and breast cancer. Men on TRT should be monitored for side-effects such as polycythemia, peripheral edema, cardiac and hepatic dysfunction.
Department of Urology, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College, Starr 900, New York, NY, USA.
E Charles
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Osterberg
Department of Urology, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College, Starr 900, New York, NY, USA.
Aaron M
AM
Bernie
Department of Urology, New York Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical College, Starr 900, New York, NY, USA.
Ranjith
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Ramasamy
Hypogonadism; side-effects; testosterone replacement therapy