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Understanding testosterone replacement therapy: potential risks and benefits

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Aug 09, 2025 · 13 min read

Testosterone therapy can restore drive, mood, and muscle for some men, but it is a powerful hormone drug with real trade-offs. Here is a clear, evidence-based guide to understanding testosterone potential risks and benefits so you can decide, with your doctor, if it is worth it for you. “Testosterone therapy is neither a magic youth ...

What you need to know about testosterone replacement therapy risks

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Aug 07, 2025 · 14 min read

Testosterone therapy can boost energy, muscle, and sex drive, but it is not a free upgrade. Here is a clear, evidence-based guide to testosterone replacement therapy risks so you can balance benefits and downsides with your doctor. “Testosterone therapy can be life-changing for the right patient, but it is still a powerful hormone drug. The ...

Is testosterone replacement therapy cost worth it for us?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Aug 06, 2025 · 12 min read

Testosterone replacement therapy cost is more than a monthly pharmacy bill. It includes lab work, clinic visits, time, side effect monitoring, and the real question: do the health and quality‑of‑life gains justify the investment for you. “Testosterone therapy is like any other long-term investment: you have to look at the total cost, the likely returns, ...