madman
Super Moderator
In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler talk about the long-standing belief that testosterone therapy increases the risk of prostate cancer, a fear that has influenced medical guidelines and practice for decades.
2:23 - Charles Huggins and Prostate Cancer Theory: Dr. Morgentaler discusses Charles Huggins' Nobel-winning research that suggested testosterone could fuel prostate cancer growth.
19:56 - Impact of Low Testosterone on Quality of Life: Many men with low testosterone experience significant issues with energy, mood, and s*xual health.
29:17 - The 94-Year-Old Patient’s Influence: A 94-year-old patient’s decision to try testosterone therapy led Dr. Morgentaler to rethink the risks traditionally associated with treatment.
33:16 - The TRAVERSE Trial’s Findings: This pivotal study demonstrated no increased prostate cancer risk among men receiving testosterone therapy compared to those who did not.
39:13 - Why Women Don’t Get Prostate Cancer: Despite having analogous glandular tissue, women rarely develop prostate cancer, a topic Dr. Morgentaler examines.
