testosterone therapy
Coverage of testosterone therapy in the Nexus archive.
- Not Enough Men On Testosterone Get Guideline-Based Hypogonadism Work-Up
A study found few men prescribed testosterone therapy underwent proper diagnostic testing for androgen deficiency, and some received treatment despite contraindications, according to a retrospective chart review. The findings highlight gaps in adherence to clinical guidelines for hypogonadism evaluation.
- At 14, I endured ‘gender-affirming care.’ I’ll suffer with that for the rest of my life
A 21-year-old woman recounts her experience of receiving testosterone therapy and undergoing a double mastectomy at age 14, citing underlying trauma from childhood sexual abuse rather than gender dysphoria as the root cause. She details severe long-term medical complications including urological issues, vaginal atrophy, and chronic pain, arguing that irreversible gender transition procedures on minors lack adequate exploration of alternatives and trauma-informed care.
- Testosterone therapy is trending. Who really needs it, and why?
Some clinicians are pushing to broaden testosterone use, but there is debate about its benefits and risks. Testosterone therapy is trending, sparking discussion on who really needs it. The debate highlights the need for further research on the topic.