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Fecal transplants cure diarrhea, modulate testosterone levels


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: 3 minutes Aurich Lawson / Thinkstock From some perspectives, we humans aren't really so much individuals as we are walking ecosystemsour bodies carry more bacterial cellswith their own genomes and agendasthan the total count of human cells we're composed of. Bacteria cover our skin, get to our food before we have the chance to absorb it, and in many cases stay helpfully out of the way of the immune system. Given all that, it shouldn't be a surprise that we're finding that bacteria can have significant effects on the human body in ways that go well beyond causing an infection. Two articles … Read more »

Testosterone in male songbirds may enhance desire to sing, but not song quality


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: 3 minutes Dec. 30, 2013 For the male canary, the ability to sing a pitch-perfect song is critical to wooing female canaries. As the seasons change, so does song quality and frequency. The hormone testosterone plays a role in this changing song behavior. Researchers at The Johns Hopkins University have found that introducing testosterone in select areas of a male canary's brain can affect its ability to successfully attract and mate with a female through birdsong. They also found that enhancing song activity based on testosterone in one brain area can change the size of a separate brain area that regulates song … Read more »

Study tracks symptoms in men as testosterone levels decline


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Home Mail News Sports Finance Weather Games Groups Answers Flickr More omg! Shine Movies Music TV Health Shopping Travel Autos Homes Mobile Yahoo! News Search News Search Web Sign In Mail Help Account Info Help Suggestions Yahoo! Home Video Photos GMA Year in Review Odd Comics Travel Opinion Trending Now Who Knew? Weather The Upbeat U.S. U.S. Video GMA Education Religion Crimes and Trials Local Contributor Network Year In Review World World Video Middle East Europe Latin America Africa Asia Canada Australia/Antarctica Business Video Exclusives Today's Markets Stocks Personal Finance Marketplace Entertainment Video Clinton Concert Celebrity TV Movies Music Fashion … Read more »

Sudden decline in testosterone may cause Parkinson's disease symptoms in men


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes July 26, 2013 The results of a new study by neurological researchers at Rush University Medical Center show that a sudden decrease of testosterone, the male sex hormone, may cause Parkinson's like symptoms in male mice. The findings were recently published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry. One of the major roadblocks for discovering drugs against Parkinson's disease is the unavailability of a reliable animal model for this disease. "While scientists use different toxins and a number of complex genetic approaches to model Parkinson's disease in mice, we have found that the sudden drop in the levels of testosterone following … Read more »

The Role of 5{alpha}-Reductase Inhibition in Men Receiving Testosterone Replacement Therapy [Editorial]


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Ugis Gruntmanis, MD Author Affiliations: Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas; and Dallas Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Dallas, Texas. Testosterone has a variety of well-known effects including bone accrual, building and maintaining muscle mass, and promoting erectile function and libido.1 Of the 5 mg of testosterone manufactured daily by the testes, about 6% to 8% is metabolized by 5-reductase to make 0.3 mg of dihydrotestosterone (DHT).2 Local conversion of testosterone to DHT by 5-reductase in the skin and prostate can create locally high concentrations of the potent androgen DHT. Dihydrotestosterone stimulates prostate growth … Read more »

Research and Markets: Global Testosterone Therapy Market: Trends and Opportunities 2013-2018


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 21st, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qph2j2/global) has announced the addition of the "Global Testosterone Therapy Market: Trends and Opportunities (2013-2018)" report to their offering. The report titled Global Testosterone Therapy Market: Trends & Opportunities (2013-2018) provides an in-depth analysis of the global testosterone therapy market with detailed analysis of symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of testosterone deficiency. The report focuses on the US testosterone therapy market, assessing the key opportunities in the market and outlines the factors that are and will continue to drive the growth of the industry. Growth of the overall testosterone therapy industry has also been forecast for … Read more »

US drug companies push testosterone treatment


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 20th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes By Matthew Perrone "Are you falling asleep after dinner?" "Do you have a decrease in libido?" "Have you noticed a recent deterioration in your ability to play sports?" "It could be Low-T." Welcome to the latest big marketing push by US drug companies. In this case, it's a web page for Abbott Laboratories' Androgel, a billion-dollar selling testosterone gel used by millions of American men struggling with the symptoms of growing older that are associated with low testosterone, such as poor sex drive, weight gain and fatigue. Androgel is one of a growing number of prescription gels, patches and injections … Read more »

Low estrogen may play a role in 'male menopause'


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 20th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Home Mail News Sports Finance Weather Games Groups Answers Flickr More omg! Shine Movies Music TV Health Shopping Travel Autos Homes Mobile Yahoo! News Search News Search Web Sign In Mail Help Account Info Help Suggestions Yahoo! Home Video Photos GMA Year in Review Odd Comics Travel Opinion Trending Now Who Knew? Weather The Upbeat U.S. U.S. Video GMA Education Religion Crimes and Trials Local Contributor Network Year In Review World World Video Middle East Europe Latin America Africa Asia Canada Australia/Antarctica Business Video Exclusives Today's Markets Stocks Personal Finance Marketplace Entertainment Video Clinton Concert Celebrity TV Movies Music Fashion … Read more »

Low Testosterone Symptoms | eHow – eHow | How to …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 20th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute James Rutter Since 2005, James Rutter has worked as a freelance journalist for print and Internet publications, including the News of Delaware County, Main Line Times and Broad Street Review. As a former chemist, college professor and competitive weightlifter, he writes about science, education and exercise. Rutter earned a B.A. in philosophy and biology from Albright College and studied philosophy and cognitive science at Temple University. Testosterone is a naturally occurring steroid hormone responsible for proper growth of sex organs. Its deficiency is marked by a number of physiological and psychological symptoms. Some diseases and injuries can result in low … Read more »

High testosterone makes men more honest


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 19th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute High levels of testosterone might make men more trustworthy, a study has found. The male hormone, which boosts libido and builds muscle, is often associated with aggression and anti-social behaviour. But testosterone-fuelled hunks may also be less likely to lie and cheat than some of their brothers, the research suggests. Scientists boosted the testosterone levels of 46 men by smearing their skin with a gel containing the hormone. Another 45 men were treated with a "dummy" placebo gel lacking any testosterone. Both groups were then asked to take part in a behavioural study which involved playing a simple game of … Read more »

Low Estrogen, Not Testosterone Deficiency, In Men Could Cause 'Male Menopause' Symptoms


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 19th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes -- TV ads tout testosterone treatments for "low T," but surprising new research shows a different hormone may play a role in less sex drive and more fat as men age. Estrogen the female hormone is needed by men, too, and the study gives the first clear evidence that too little of it can cause certain "male menopause" symptoms. "A lot of things we think are due to testosterone deficiency are actually related to the estrogen deficiency that accompanies it," said Dr. Joel Finkelstein of Massachusetts General Hospital. He led the U.S.-government funded study, which appears in Thursday's New England … Read more »

Low Testosterone (Low-T) Normal Levels, Hypogonadism …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 19th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Low testosterone (Low-T) definition Testosterone is a hormone required for male development and is produced primarily in the testicles. It is responsible for building muscle and bone mass as well as sperm production and sex drive. It influences male pattern fat distribution, bone density, and red blood cell production. Lack of or underproduction of testosterone either directly due to decreased production in the testes or indirectly due to lack of stimulation of the testes to produce testosterone by the pituitary gland is called hypogonadism and is a medical condition requiring treatment. In the normal developing male, testosterone peaks during early … Read more »

Hypogonadism – SharedJourney


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 19th, 2017

Reading Time: 3 minutes All men undergoing fertility testing will be checked for hormonal imbalances that could be contributing to their infertility. One important hormone necessary for proper sexual functioning in men is testosterone. When a man is found to have a testosterone deficiency, it can signal a common disorder known as hypogonadism. What Does Testosterone Do? Testosterone, often referred to as the male hormone although females do produce small amounts of the hormone as well, is a hormone that is produced in the testicles. It is responsible for the growth and development of the sex and reproductive organs in men. Additionally, testosterone contributes … Read more »

BUSM researchers identify genetic markers for testosterone, estrogen level regulation


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 18th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes Public release date: 20-Jul-2012 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Jenny Eriksen Leary jenny.eriksen@bmc.org 617-638-6841 Boston University Medical Center (Boston) A research study led by Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom, in collaboration with a global consortium, has identified genetic markers that influence a protein involved in regulating estrogen and testosterone levels in the bloodstream. The results, published online in PLoS Genetics, also reveal that some of the genetic markers for this protein are near genes related to liver function, metabolism and type 2 diabetes, demonstrating an important genetic connection … Read more »

Testosterone Cream Side Effects! Testosterone Cream Benefits!


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 18th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Some of the advantages of testosterone cream are, It does not irritate the skin the way a patch does It only needs to be applied once every 24 hours It can be applied on different parts of the body More T Cream Benefits? Increased sex drive Stronger erections Increased energy Elevated mood More self confidence T Cream Side Effects! Enlarged breasts What you need to know! Supplementing with a test cream, gel, or patch should be a last resort move on your part. You should try these natural testosterone boosters first. Then you should work to, If you.... You may … Read more »

Hypogonadism | Medscape – Latest Medical News, Clinical Trials …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 18th, 2017

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Testosterone gel: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings …


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 18th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Generic Name: testosterone (tes-TOS-ter-one) Brand Name: AndroGel Children who have been exposed to testosterone gel have developed symptoms such as enlarged genitals; increased pubic hair, erections, or sex drive; aggressive behavior; and increased bone age. Contact the child's doctor right away if any of these symptoms occur. Children should avoid contact with unwashed or unclothed application sites in men who use testosterone gel. Closely follow the recommended instructions for use of testosterone gel. Treating symptoms of low testosterone in adult men when the body does not make any testosterone or not enough testosterone (hypogonadism). It may also be used for … Read more »

Hypogonadism: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 17th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Hypogonadismoccurs when the body's sex glands produce little or no hormones. In men, these glands (gonads) are the testes. In women, these glandsare the ovaries. The cause of hypogonadismis primary or central. In primary hypogonadism, the ovaries or testes themselves do not function properly. Causes of primary hypogonadism include: The most common genetic disorders that cause primary hypogonadism are Turner syndrome (in women) and Klinefelter syndrome (in men). In central hypogonadism, the centers in the brain that control the gonads (hypothalamus and pituitary) do not function properly. Causes of central hypogonadism include: A genetic cause of central hypogonadism that also … Read more »

'Testosterone' is reason women outlive men


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 17th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minute Scientists said Monday they have new evidence about why women live longer than men, from a study of historical data showing castrated Koreans far outlived their non-eunuch contemporaries. The study, published in the scientific journal "Current Biology,'' used detailed genealogical records of the Imperial nobility during Korea's Joseon dynasty, which spanned more than 500 years from the late 1300s to the early 1900s. According to the data, most men, including kings and royal family members, died in their late-40s or early-50s. But noble-class eunuchs _ men who were castrated either by accident or because of social benefits _ lived, on … Read more »

Andropause Symptoms – Male Menopause Symptoms


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 16th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes What Does it All Mean? Andropause symptoms due to declining hormone levels are common in men as they age. The modern lifestyle of high stress levels and poor fitness and nutrition habits paired with an increased life expectancy have a substantial affect on the male body. With your hormone-producing glands being forced to work harder and longer, it is no wonder that hormones become imbalanced over time. In men, this hormone imbalance often has the biggest impact on testosterone and cortisol (the stress hormone). With testosterone and cortisol levels out of proper range, men experience a range of andropause symptoms. … Read more »