Friday, October, 30, 2009

Side Effects Of Testosterone

So - You Pushing 40?? There Goes Your Testosterone and Here Comes….

By healthgal Health Expert

Here's the tale of men, who may not face hot flashes and vaginal dryness and other issues related to declining hormone levels, but who may face changes related to libido, some muscle mass loss and bone loss and possibly erectile dysfunction - all due to diminishing testosterone levels.

If you suspect that you may be suffering from the side effects of diminishing levels of testosterone, then you can ask you doctor for a series of blood tests to check your hormone levels. A recent study ...

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