Update for Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) - Urology Health
Update for Men on Testosterone
Replacement Therapy (TRT)
What is Testosterone?
Testosterone is the sex hormone that helps
boys become men. This hormone is key during
puberty and the development of male physical
features. Testosterone levels can affect men¡¯s sex
drive, erections, mood, muscle mass and bone
density. Testosterone is also needed for men to
produce sperm.
What is Hypogonadism or ¡°Low-T¡±?
Some men have low levels of testosterone. This is
called hypogonadism, or low-T. Men with low-T
may also have problems such as:
? reduced sex drive,
? less frequent sexual activities,
? fewer and weaker erections,
? less energy,
? depressed mood or irritability,
? less muscle mass and strength,
? more body fat,
? anemia (low iron), and
? loss of calcium from bone.
What is Testosterone Replacement Therapy
(TRT)?
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Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
is approved by the FDA to treat men with
hypogonadism (low-T). It most often comes in
the form of gels, patches, injections (shots), and
pellets placed under your skin.
The American Urological Association (AUA) has
followed these reports closely. The AUA notes
that there are conflicting studies that suggest TRT
may lower heart risk. More studies need to be
done to be certain whether and how TRT changes
men¡¯s risk of heart attack.
The AUA is also concerned about misuse of TRT.
You should not take testosterone for non-medical
reasons, such as body building, preventing
aging changes or performance enhancement.
Men should not take TRT if they have normal
testosterone levels or if their testosterone
levels have not been tested. If you have normal
testosterone levels, using TRT will not help your
health problems. Also, if you are trying to father
a child, you should not be on TRT. TRT can
decrease your sperm count and fertility.
Because of new, easier ways to take TRT, many
men have become aware that low-T might be
causing their problems. Before you take TRT, a
doctor who is skilled in diagnosing low-T should
examine you carefully. Your doctor should not
prescribe TRT without taking an in-depth health
history and giving you a physical exam and
blood tests. Many of the symptoms for low-T can
be the result of other health problems. Other
causes of symptoms need to be ruled out before
testosterone is prescribed.
Before you start TRT, your doctor should talk to
you about possible bad side effects. Side effects
can include:
? acne (pimples),
What should you know about TRT?
? breast swelling or soreness,
Two recent studies have suggested that TRT raises
the risk of heart attack in men. In February 2014,
the FDA stated they would study the risk of heart
attack, stroke and death in men taking TRT.
? a high red blood cell count,
? swelling of the feet or ankles,
? smaller testicles and
? infertility.
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Update for Men on Testosterone
Replacement Therapy (TRT)
If your doctor prescribes TRT, you should have
regular check-ups. Your doctor should followup with blood tests for testosterone level, PSA
and hematocrit. (PSA is a test for prostate issues
including prostate cancer. Hematocrit tests your
red blood cell count.) Based on your health
history, your doctor may want to follow up with
other tests.
This update is based on the American Urological Association¡¯s
Policy Statement on Testosterone Therapy, which is available online at
about/testosterone-therapy.cfm
4/2014
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The AUA encourages you and your doctor
to discuss the benefits and risks of taking
testosterone replacement therapy. You should
not be taking TRT if you do not have low levels
of testosterone. You should understand the
possible benefits, side effects and risks before
you start taking TRT. You should also know that
today¡¯s science does not offer final answers about
whether taking TRT will increase your risk of
prostate cancer or heart disease.
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