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Testosterone gel: Indications, Side Effects, Warnings …


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

Reading Time: < 1 minuteGeneric 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 minuteHypogonadismoccurs 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 minuteScientists 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 minutesWhat 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 »

Green tea could aid athletes hide testosterone doping


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

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLondon, Mar 25 : Green tea could inadvertently help athletes who dope on testosterone as it has been found to mask the hormone's presence in urine testing. Although testosterone is naturally present in the human body, unnatural amounts of it can be spotted by detecting its unusual ratio to another hormone called epitestosterone in urine. Declan Naughton and colleagues at Kingston University London conducted lab tests and discovered that compounds called catechins - found in green and white tea but not in black - inhibit an enzyme called UGT2B17. This enzyme attaches glucuronic acid to testosterone, making it more likely … Read more »

Testosterone may cause ‘man flu’


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

Reading Time: < 1 minuteTestosterone thought to cause 'man flu' Men have a reputation for being sooks when it comes to winter colds and flu but researchers believe "man flu" really does exist and the culprit is testosterone. US and French scientists have found evidence that testosterone plays a key role in making men's immune responses more sluggish than women's. It has long been thought that women's immune systems are generally stronger and respond more quickly to infections and vaccinations than that of males, but the cause has been unknown. The new study blames testosterone for dampening the immune response, suggesting men with high … Read more »

Low Testosterone Therapy Pros and Cons


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

Reading Time: 2 minutesLow testosterone can dim a man's sex drive, performance in bed, energy, and motivation. It can also have some harmful effects. When needed, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can boost T levels back to normal and return him to the man he used to be. "Despite all the recent advertising campaigns, awareness of low T and its importance for mens health remains very poorly recognized by both the public and by physicians," says Abraham Morgentaler, MD, director of Men's Health Boston and author of Testosterone for Life: Recharge Your Vitality, Sex Drive, Muscle Mass, and Overall Health. Still, there are also … Read more »

Testosterone Cypionate – Steroid .com


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

Reading Time: 3 minutesTestosterone is a hormone produced by all human beings and is the primary male sex hormone. Through our discussion, well take a look at Testosterone Cypionate, and examine the pros and cons of its use to improve performance in athletics and bodybuilding. Before we dive in, lets clear up a common misconception. Testosterone Cypionate is no more or less powerful or effective than its counterpart Testosterone Enanthate. The two compounds are virtually identical in every way. Testosterone Cypionate is a synthetic version of the naturally produced testosterone hormone. This hormone is responsible for many different physical and mental characteristics in … Read more »

Health roundup: Testosterone, Viagra combo questioned


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

Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis undated file photo shows Viagra pills made by Pfizer. A new study shows adding testosterone to Viagra does not improve sexual function in men with low testosterone. / HO AFP/Getty Images Your Tuesday morning health roundup: Testosterone test: Adding testosterone to Viagra does not lead to better erections or otherwise improve sexual functioning in men with low testosterone, a new study shows. Viagra alone worked just as well as Viagra plus testosterone gel for the men in the study. Testosterone may have other benefits for such men, though, and individual results may vary, doctors say. (WebMD) Sandy and health: … Read more »

Testosterone Hair Loss | Bodybuilder Shampoo


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteAll that time in the gym, only to discover that you may be setting yourself up for !! Take 3 minutes to learn how you can save your hair! Research on hair loss (which had baffled scientists for decades) is now quite advanced and has shown that the number one cause of hair loss in men is a condition known as Androgenic Alopecia (ie. hair loss caused by high level of certain "male hormones") New research has also shown two additional factors believed to be making the problem worse. They are: So, in order to minimize our chances of thinning … Read more »

THOUGHT OF THE DAY :


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesTestosterone is hugely important for muscle and bone strength, sex drive, and energy levels. While both men and women produce this hormone, men typically produce it in larger amounts and tend to notice more when their levels start to droop. Testosterone production naturally starts to decrease around age 30 for most men, and can result in everything from tiredness to erectile dysfunction. By that point, many men are working hard to keep their testosterone (or "T") levels high with supplements, diet, and exercise, but there are a few things you might be doing to unintentionally hinder your efforts. Here are … Read more »

Low estrogen might play role in "male menopause"


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesTV ads tout testosterone treatments for "low T," but surprising new research shows a different hormone might 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 Thursday in the New England … Read more »

Parkinson's in men may be linked to testosterone decline


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteEditor's Choice Academic Journal Main Category: Parkinson's Disease Also Included In: Neurology / Neuroscience;Men's Health Article Date: 30 Jul 2013 - 0:00 PDT Current ratings for: Parkinson's in men may be linked to testosterone decline Parkinson's disease in men may be linked to a sudden decline in testosterone, a study published in The Journal of Biological Chemistry suggests. Researchers at Rush University Medical Center analyzed a number of male mice who had been castrated, dramatically decreasing their testosterone levels, and they found that the mice showed increased symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Dr. Kalipada Pahan, professor of neurology at the university, … Read more »

Omaha man says testosterone replacement therapy changed his life


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: < 1 minuteOmaha man says testosterone replacement therapy changed his life It's an important part of being male, but millions of men don't even realize they have low testosterone levels. Most don't go a doctor about it, but there is a quick and effective treatment. Adam Steffen, of Omaha, found that treatment changed his life. The 34-year-old said it all started with a life-shattering phone call. "I was actually diagnosed with testicular cancer the day before Thanksgiving 2009," Steffen said. Doctors successfully removed the cancer, but the after-effects left Steffen with low testosterone levels. He said he felt lethargic and it started … Read more »

Hypogonadism – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 3 minutesHypogonadism is a medical term which describes a diminished functional activity of the gonads the testes and ovaries in males and females, respectively that may result in diminished sex hormone biosynthesis and impaired gamete production and/or regulation. In layman's terms, it is sometimes called "interrupted stage 1 puberty". Low androgen (e.g., testosterone) levels are referred to as hypoandrogenism and low estrogen (e.g., estradiol) as hypoestrogenism, and may occur as symptoms of hypogonadism in both sexes, but are generally only diagnosed in males and females respectively. Other hormones produced by the gonads which may be decreased by hypogonadism include progesterone, DHEA, … Read more »

Do you have low testosterone?


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe male hormone, testosterone, is essential for healthy ageing in men. DATUK Prof Dr Tan Hui Meng recalls the day that 58-year-old Mr L sat in his clinic and told him about his old man sickness. L used to be a very active and vibrant man, says Prof Tan. He would go mountain biking and scuba-diving regularly, and played golf every day. However, something changed when L hit 55. He began to feel tired and sleepy every afternoon. Instead of exercising for an hour-and-a-half every day, he cut it down to 45 minutes. He also felt that he was generally … Read more »

Adding Testosterone to Viagra May Not Help Erectile Dysfunction


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesFor men with low testosterone, taking testosterone along with Viagra may not help their erections more than if they only took Viagra, a new study shows. There were lots of reasons to think that it would work," Boston University researcher Matthew Spitzer, MD, says of the common practice of combining the two treatments. It was surprising to me that it didnt. The study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, was a good one and the largest of its kind, but will it change practice? In my opinion, no," says urologist Jason Hedges, MD, PhD, of Oregon Health and Science … Read more »

Testosterone increases honesty, study suggests


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 15th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesScienceDaily (Oct. 10, 2012) Testosterone is considered THE male hormone, standing for aggression and posturing. Researchers working with Dr. Armin Falk, an economist from the University of Bonn, have now demonstrated that this sex hormone surprisingly also fosters social behavior. In play situations, subjects who had received testosterone clearly lied less frequently than individuals who had only received a placebo. The results have just been published in the Public Library of Science's international online journal PLoS ONE. The hormone testosterone stands for typically male attributes -- it fosters the forming of the sexual characteristics, increases libido and muscle building. Women … Read more »

Prosecution: Error in 'testosterone' testimony


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 14th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesPRETORIA, South Africa (AP) The investigating officer in the Oscar Pistorius murder case made an error in his court testimony Wednesday when he identified a substance found in the athlete's bedroom as testosterone, the national prosecutor said. Medupe Simasiku, the spokesman for South Africa's National Prosecution Agency, told The Associated Press that it was too early to identify the substance as it was still undergoing laboratory tests. "It is not certain (what it is) until the forensics." Simasiku said, adding that it wasn't certain if it was "a legal or an illegal medication for now." Detective Warrant Officer Hilton Botha, … Read more »

Male testosterone levels increase when victorious in competition against rivals, but not friends


Posted by Dr. Michael White, Updated on December 14th, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutesMay 14, 2013 Sporting events can bring a community together, such as when the Louisville Cardinals won the NCAA championship and University of Louisville campus was filled with camaraderie. They also can fuel bitter rivalries, such as the long-standing animosity between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs. A new University of Missouri study has found that testosterone levels during group competition are modulated depending on the relationships among the competitors and may be related to the formation of alliances in warfare. "One interesting thing about humans is that we are the only animal that competes in teams," said … Read more »