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Testosterone

Testosterone. Testosterone is a steroid hormone from the androgen group. It is synthesized in the testes of males, the ovaries of females, and the adrenal glands of both sexes. With normal testosterone levels. Muscle growth Increased strength Bone density maintenance Height stimulation

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Testosterone

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  1. Testosterone • Testosterone is a steroid hormone from the androgen group. • It is synthesized in the testes of males, the ovaries of females, and the adrenal glands of both sexes.

  2. With normal testosterone levels • Muscle growth • Increased strength • Bone density maintenance • Height stimulation • Sexual desire • Energy levels • Mood • Nervous system

  3. Testosterone effects with low levels • Diminished libido • Erectile dysfunction • Infertility • Loss of body and facial hair • Osteoporosis • Hypogonadism • Anger, confusion, depression, and fatigue

  4. It is estimated that four or five million American men may not produce enough testosterone.

  5. Testosterone replacement therapy • Types • Pills • Injections • Patches • Gels • Buccally • Absorption through the mouth • Injection is most effective

  6. Replacement therapy outcomes • Less depression, anger, fatigue, and confusion • Improves energy levels, good feelings, and friendliness • Decrease in fat mass • Increase in muscle mass • May play a role in reasoning and thinking

  7. Testosterone and athletes • Testosterone can increase muscle strength within six to twelve weeks in large doses • Some take it to boost their performance • It can also lessen your recovery time after hard work outs • 4-1 t/e ratio • Testosterone became considered a form of doping in 1990

  8. Modified testosterone effects • Increase risk in breast cancer • Nausea • Aggression • Nervousness • Acne • Gynecomastia (developing of breast in men) • Can even cause death

  9. Modified testosterone • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qMO3jPdCB8

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