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Testosterone Injections and Impotence

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Testosterone Injections and Impotence
by Keith-Colier, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Keith Collier on May 09, 1998 at 08:45:22:







I am currently being treated by a urologist for low levels of male hormone (hypogonadism).  Currently, I am receiving injections of testosterone at the rate of 400/mlgs. every three weeks.  The only test my doctor has ever done was to check the testosterone blood levels.  He never checked out any of the other components of the hypothalamus-->pituitary-->testicle  axis, claiming it was "too expensive."  I am especially concerned at this point because although I received 400/mlgs. three days ago, I have absolutely no sexual desire and experienced sexual failure with my wife--who has been very understanding by the way--this evening.  How can this be?  It seems as if my body simply consumes testosterone.  I know my levels are low now regardless of the recent injection as I have "hot flashes," a typical sign for me.  I heard some cancerous tumors produce an estrogen like substance which could explain my bodies "consumption" of testosterone.  Do I need to have further tests done?    
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