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THIS EPISODE unravels the extremely important role of testosterone for men. It covers:
At least in the UK, this is an extremely important, and yet so often neglected area of clinical care. It's time to wake-up and give patients the expertise they need.
Special thanks to our guest speaker:
Dr Amir Reza Eslami. MRCGP MBBs BSc MSc clin endo PGCert Edu (GP and specialist in Testosterone replacement therapy)
SPONSORSHIP: None.
USEFUL LINKS:
Online learning module: PCTAG - Primary Care Testosterone Advisory Group
Authoritative reference: British Society of Sexual Medicine | Founded in 1997 (bssm.org.uk)
European Academy of Andrology (andrologyacademy.net)
Dr Amir Eslami's Service: Fortis Healthcare (fortis-healthcare.com)
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00:00 - Introduction to Men's Health and Testosterone
01:56 - Meet Dr. Amir Aslami: Expert in Testosterone Therapy
02:46 - Understanding Testosterone: Functions and Effects
04:36 - Testosterone Deficiency: Symptoms and Diagnosis
06:52 - Regulation of Testosterone in the Body
12:15 - Common Presentations and Risk Factors
20:40 - Why Testing Testosterone Level is So Important
23:54 - Workup & When and Where to Refer
30:43 - Shared Care Principles in Management
31:40 - TRT and Personalized Therapy
34:45 - Symptom-Based Treatment Approach
36:44 - Testosterone Therapy: Forms and Monitoring
47:05 - Risks and Contraindications of TRT
51:09 - Misuse and illegal activity
54:35 - Testosterone Therapy in Women
57:10 - Conclusion and Personal Motivation
