As awareness of low testosterone grows, more and more men are asking their doctors about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). However, doctors still worry about the ongoing safety debate surrounding the effects of testosterone administration on cardiovascular health.A new study published this month in the Journal of Sexual Medicine further demonstrates the safety of TRT. The findings suggest that the use of testosterone in middle-aged to elderly men does not increase cardiovascular risk nor does it unfavorably affect men’s cardiovascular risk profile.(1) This safety update is important for the 38.7 percent of men over the age of 45 who may be suffering from low testosterone.(2)
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1. Mulligan et al. Prevalence of hypogonadism in males aged at least 45 years: the HIM study. Journal of Clinical Practice. 2006. Available athttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1569444/pdf/ijcp060-0762.pdf.
2. Carson et al. Exogenous Testosterone, Cardiovascular Events, and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Elderly Men: A Review of Trial Data. Journal of Sexual Medicine,2011. Available at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1743-6109.2011.02337.x/abstract.
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ReplyDeleteThis is good that the direction its going is favorable for men at a certain age. However, we should remember to take time to undergo tests first to eliminate any complication that may not go well with this treatment.
ReplyDeleteAvoid the risk of cardiovascular-related disease with a healthy lifestyle. Exercise regularly as well to be active.
ReplyDeleteCardiovascular Disease (CVD) refers to diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Examples of diseases in this category are congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease (CAD), angina, high blood pressure, and stroke.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, men in their 70s and 80s with the highest testosterone levels were less likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke over the next several years than men with the lowest levels. It's too soon, however, to recommend testosterone replacement to try to lower heart risks.
ReplyDelete"Emerging data suggest that reduced testosterone levels in men may be associated with increased cardiovascular risk", Ronald Ma and Peter Tong of the Chinese University of Hong Kong have found in their research which is another link in the information chain concerning the benefits of bioidentical testosterone therapy. Based upon the results of the research they have called for a review of testosterone replacement therapy.
ReplyDelete"There has been a marked increase in prescription of testosterone over recent years," they wrote. "While the long term cardiovascular impact of testosterone supplement in those with low levels remains to be demonstrated, accumulating evidence suggests there is a sound basis for examining this."
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