Does Testosterone REALLY Cause Blood Clots? Here's the Truth No One Talks About

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* The big takeaway: testosterone therapy does not cause blood clots.

In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler break down the myth that testosterone therapy causes blood clots and explain why the science says it doesn’t.




Chapters

00:05 Media Interaction on Testosterone
Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about reviewing a media graphic on testosterone benefits and risks.


00:47 Understanding Erythrocytosis and Clots
They explain how high red blood cell counts don’t always mean higher risk for clots.


02:10 Testosterone Therapy and Red Blood Cell Count
Testosterone can raise red blood cells—but that doesn’t mean it causes harm.


03:26 Debating the Risks of Testosterone
They share how major studies show testosterone does not raise clot or heart risks.


16:51 Conclusion and Takeaways
The big takeaway: testosterone therapy does not cause blood clots.

 

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Thread 'From Phlebotomy to Formulation: Optimizing Hematocrit Control in Testosterone Therapy'

Apr 1, 2025

Briefing Document: Optimizing Hematocrit Control in Testosterone Therapy​

Source: Excerpts from "From Phlebotomy to Formulation: Optimizing Hematocrit Control in Testosterone Therapy - Excel Male TRT Forum"

1. Executive Summary​

Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) offers significant benefits for hypogonadal men, including improved body composition, metabolic function, and mental well-being. However, a notable side effect is the increase in hematocrit (HCT) and hemoglobin levels, driven by testosterone's stimulation of erythropoiesis. Elevated hematocrit...

• madman
• hypogonadism; testosterone; hematocrit; cvd
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• Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management

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