by Arthur Bilger | Sep 2, 2026 | TRT
Cholesterol is one of the standard markers your provider tracks throughout testosterone therapy. It’s a fair question to ask before you start. The research on whether TRT raises cholesterol shows a genuinely mixed picture. Effects vary by cholesterol type....
by Arthur Bilger | Sep 2, 2026 | TRT
Many men starting testosterone therapy notice their eating habits shifting. Meals feel less satisfying at the same portion size. Snacking increases. The evidence confirms testosterone replacement therapy can increase appetite in many men. This happens through a mix of...
by Arthur Bilger | Sep 1, 2026 | TRT
The stereotype of “roid rage” has shaped public perception of testosterone and aggression, but properly managed TRT is considerably more nuanced. The evidence on whether TRT makes you angry or moody shows that at therapeutic doses, TRT is far more likely...
by Arthur Bilger | Aug 31, 2026 | TRT
Joint discomfort is a symptom many men do not immediately associate with hormonal health — yet it frequently overlaps with low testosterone in ways that surprise patients once explained. The evidence on whether TRT helps with joint pain is genuinely encouraging for...
by Arthur Bilger | Aug 31, 2026 | TRT
This question causes genuine confusion because it seems to contradict what most men expect from testosterone therapy. The honest, evidence-based answer to whether TRT causes erectile dysfunction is: in most men, no — TRT typically improves erectile function when low...
by Arthur Bilger | Aug 30, 2026 | TRT
Blood clot risk is one of the more serious safety considerations associated with testosterone therapy, and understanding it accurately, without either dismissing or exaggerating the risk, matters for making an informed treatment decision. The evidence shows...
