SMSNA 31st Scientific Program at AUA - The Fringes of Hormone Therapy and Their Efficacy
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On Friday, May 15, during the SMSNA 31st Annual Scientific Program at AUA, Dr. Carolyn Salter discussed lesser-used hormone therapies for sexual function.
Dr. Salter discussed DHEA with regard to the previous controversy, as brought forth by the FDA, and concerns over testosterone and body composition changes. Tests in both young and older men have shown DHEA can be effective in short-term use cases, although not much research has been conducted. 5 alpha reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual dysfunction and do not improve testosterone levels.
SARMs are currently not FDA-approved and are designed to mimic testosterone. SARMs have had significant patient satisfaction and public interest, despite adverse effects and increased risk for infertility, body composition changes, and lack of improvement.
Dr. Salter does not recommend 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and advises caution with regard to SARMs and DHEA.
Dr. Salter discussed DHEA with regard to the previous controversy, as brought forth by the FDA, and concerns over testosterone and body composition changes. Tests in both young and older men have shown DHEA can be effective in short-term use cases, although not much research has been conducted. 5 alpha reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual dysfunction and do not improve testosterone levels.
SARMs are currently not FDA-approved and are designed to mimic testosterone. SARMs have had significant patient satisfaction and public interest, despite adverse effects and increased risk for infertility, body composition changes, and lack of improvement.
Dr. Salter does not recommend 5-alpha reductase inhibitors and advises caution with regard to SARMs and DHEA.
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