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Hormone Testosterone Treatment

Testosterone is a crucial part of the growth of a man's sexual organs. When the testes do not produce normal levels of testosterone, patients suffer from testosterone deficiency. Testosterone replacement therapy can help treat this condition.

  1. Oral Agents

    • Oral testosterone boosters may be prescribed during testosterone replacement therapy. These drugs include methyltestosterone and fluoxymesterone.

    Intramuscular Injection

    • Enanthate or testosterone cypionate may be injected into the muscles to increase testosterone levels. These injections increase testosterone levels for 14 days, according to the Digital Urology Journal.

    Transdermal

    • Transdermal patches have been developed that increase testosterone. They have proven effective in hormone replacement, according to the Digital Urology Journal.

    Side Effects

    • Increase in testosterone from replacement therapy may cause acne or breast growth and tenderness. Your doctor will monitor your testosterone level for warnings of these symptoms.

    Benefits

    • Testosterone therapy may cause improvements in energy level, mood, and libido, according to the Digital Urology Journal. Body fat may decrease, and muscle size may grow.

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