Negative Impact of Testosterone Deficiency and 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Therapy on Metabolic and Sexual Function in Men

This review discusses the negative impact of testosterone deficiency (TD) and 5α-reductase inhibitors (such as finasteride) on metabolic and sexual health in men. TD leads to increased fat mass, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, erectile dysfunction, and decreased quality of life. The use of 5α-reductase inhibitors, which block the conversion of