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Published on: March 2, 2011
[Expert consensus on testosterone supplementation to alleviate aging-related symptoms in men (2026 edition)]
Abstract:
Aging is frequently accompanied by a variety of symptoms and changes in physiological indicators that impair men's quality of life. Alleviating aging-related symptoms and improving quality of life in men has become an important public-health goal. Testosterone levels gradually decline in men with advancing age. Accumulating evidence in recent years suggests that exogenous testosterone supplementation may ameliorate selected aging-related symptoms and enhance men's health status. This consensus was developed by the Male Health Management Branch of the Chinese Health Management Association, bringing together experts from endocrinology, andrology, traditional Chinese medicine, nutrition and other disciplines. Based on the latest evidence-based medical evidence, 21 recommendations were formulated focusing on key issues including ameliorating aging-related symptoms, appropriate candidates, risk assessment, medication strategies and monitoring protocols of testosterone supplementaion. It aims to provide guidance for clinicians on the scientific and standardized application of testosterone supplementation to alleviate aging-related symptoms in men.
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