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Testosterone Is a Contraceptive and Should Not Be Used in Men Who Desire Fertility
The World Journal of Men's Health ; : 45-54, 2019.
Article in English | WPRIM | ID: wpr-719631
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Testosterone has a variety of functions and is commonly used in older men to treat symptoms of hypogonadism, such as decreased libido, decreased mood and erectile dysfunction. Despite its positive effects on sexual function, it has a negative effect on fertility. Exogenous testosterone therapy can negatively affect the hypothalamic-pituitary gonadal axis and inhibit the production of follicle stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone. The purpose of this review is to discuss the contraceptive properties of testosterone therapy and to discuss strategies to increase testosterone in men with the desire to preserve fertility.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Testosterone / Luteinizing Hormone / Contraception / Family Planning Services / Fertility / Follicle Stimulating Hormone / Gonads / Hypogonadism / Erectile Dysfunction / Infertility Limits: Humans / Male Language: English Journal: The World Journal of Men's Health Year: 2019 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Testosterone / Luteinizing Hormone / Contraception / Family Planning Services / Fertility / Follicle Stimulating Hormone / Gonads / Hypogonadism / Erectile Dysfunction / Infertility Limits: Humans / Male Language: English Journal: The World Journal of Men's Health Year: 2019 Type: Article