|
|||
 |
|||
|
Testosterone gel 1% is used for hormone replacement therapy for men who suffer from hypogonadism, a low level of testosterone. Some of the symptoms of not having enough testosterone include impotence, a lack of interest in sex, moodiness, development of brittle bones and lack of muscularity. Testosterone gel can help with many of these symptoms but it does produce side effects. Acne - One of the primary side effects of applying and using Testosterone gel is the development of acne. This acne will usually appear at the site where the Testosterone gel was applied (shoulders and chest) but it may appear in other areas as well. The acne can last for several weeks before starting to dissipate. About 8 percent of men who use Testosterone get acne as a side effect. Enlarged prostate - An enlarged prostate is the most common symptom suffered by those who take Testosterone gel. It has been reported in 11.7 percent of the men who use the hormone replacement therapy. When a prostate enlarges, it often causes physiological problems for many once they have reached the age of 40. When the prostate gets bigger, it presses against the urethra. It becomes makes it difficult for a man to urinate and eventually weakens the bladder. Headaches - About 4 percent of the men who take Testosterone gel report that they develop more frequent headaches than they have had in the past. The headaches can last for hours and will have an impact on the ability to concentrate and complete a task at work. The headaches can be treated with over-the-counter headache remedies like aspirin or ibuprofen. Other side effects - Some of the other side effects of Testosterone gel include breast development, breast soreness, chills, hair loss, emotional instability and dry skin. These individual symptoms have been reported in 1 to 3 percent of Testosterone gel users. |
|||
|
|||
|
|||
|
|||
|
- CHECKOUT
- English
- German
- US Dollar
- Euro
- UK Pound
- Canadian Dollar
- Swiss Frank
- Australian Dollar
