Tag: Polycythemia

Risks of testosterone replacement therapy in men

This review examines the risks associated with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in men with symptomatic hypogonadism, highlighting both its benefits and potential adverse effects. While TRT can improve libido, energy levels, bone density, muscle strength, and may offer cardioprotective effects, it also poses risks such as polycythemia, peripheral edema, and

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Blood donation and testosterone replacement therapy

This observational study examined the impact of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) on hemoglobin levels in 39 male blood donors, revealing that 25% of clinic visits recorded hemoglobin levels ≥180 g/L, and 44% of repeat donors had persistently elevated levels. This suggests that blood donation alone may be insufficient to manage

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