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An analysis of online content related to testosterone supplementation
Evan Sehn1, Cassidy Mozak1, Nese Yuksel1
1a Faculty of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences , University of Alberta , Edmonton , Alberta , Canada.
Objective:
To describe the quality of online information on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in men.
Methods:
A quantitative content analysis was conducted on websites providing patient-directed information on TRT for the purpose of treating late onset hypogonadism (LOH). Websites were identified through Google in March 2017. The DISCERN instrument was used to determine the quality of health information.
Results:
A total of 20 websites met inclusion criteria. Websites were primarily from the United States (45%), United Kingdom (25%), and Australia (15%). Sources of information were cited by 40% of websites. Several websites (40%) claimed that TRT had benefits, with 25% claiming that TRT was effective for treating LOH. TRT was described as a safe therapy by one website (5%), with gynecomastia (35%) and increased hematocrit (35%) representing the most commonly described side effects. Prostate specific antigen (35%) and serum testosterone monitoring (30%) were the most commonly described monitoring parameters. The mean DISCERN score was 46.4, indicating fair quality information. The Flesh-Kincaid Grade Level was 12.2.
Conclusion:
Online TRT information is incomplete, often failing to describe important safety information and the need for regular monitoring.
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