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Is testosterone therapy a friend or a risk to your prostate?
In this eye-opening episode of the Dr. Geo Prostate Podcast, Dr. Geo sits down with Dr. Thomas Masterson — a leading urologist at the University of Miami, renowned for his expertise in male infertility, sexual health, and testosterone therapy.
They dive deep into one of the most controversial questions in men’s health: Does testosterone therapy harm your prostate?
Together, they explore:
* The science behind testosterone and its impact on the prostate
* Myths vs. facts about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)
* How testosterone affects fertility and what you need to know before starting TRT
* The connection between testosterone, prostate enlargement (BPH), and prostate cancer
* Insights from the groundbreaking TRAVERSE trial
* Real-world patient scenarios and how doctors make clinical decisions
Chapters
00:00 How Testosterone Impacts Prostate Health
04:00 The Science Behind Testosterone and Sperm Production
14:19 Testosterone Therapy and Prostate Health
15:23 Exploring Testosterone and BPH
18:05 Benefits and Risks of Testosterone Therapy
35:52 Patient Options and Side Effects
36:45 PSA Screening and Family History
37:14 Testosterone Therapy and Prostate Cancer Risk
37:47 History and Myths of Testosterone
38:19 The TRAVERSE Trial and Cardiac Events
39:04 Critique of the TRAVERSE Trial
44:21 Testosterone Therapy for Hypogonadism
56:01 Testosterone After Prostate Cancer Treatment
01:03:43 Final Thoughts and Contact Info
