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The male menopause 0r The new treatment for type 2 diabetes? Dr Colin Johnston WHHT
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Symptoms of Testosterone deficiency Diminished energy Diminished libido Erectile dysfunction Decreased muscle mass Increased fat mass-central Sleep disturbance
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Symptoms of the ageing process Diminished energy Diminished libido Erectile dysfunction Decreased muscle mass Increased fat mass-central Sleep disturbance
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Assessment of Testosterone deficiency Testosterone-9am SHBG-Free T. index Albumin-CBT If low or borderline-LH,FSH, Prolactin, FT4/TSH Age matched-’normal range’
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Treatment evidence free-zone Benefits-symptoms Risks-prostate, polycythaemia
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What should we do Treat if diagnosis confirmed (CBT< 4, high LH,) Reassure the obviously normal ?trial of Rx for others
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Monitoring Well-being and behaviour Testosterone levels PSA fbc
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Treatment options Gels Depot injections
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No long-term evaluation
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Testosterone, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
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What should we do Check testosterone-certainly in all those with ED and diabetes Lifestyle advise ? Trial of Rx-Some evidence of benefit
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