In 2011, more than 5 million prescriptions for testosterone were written in the United States. The treatments are most often prescribed as a gel, patch or injection. What many users don’t realize is by taking these testosterone supplements, a possible side effect is severe cardiovascular problems, like a heart attack or stroke. If you or anyone you know is taking a prescription for low testosterone, please talk to a doctor about side effects and what your risks are.
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It can be, especially if you have a history of cardiovascular disease. While there are benefits to using a testosterone treatment, there are also potentially deadly side effects. These side effects range from high blood pressure to a stroke or heart attack. It’s always best to get a doctor’s opinion before you start or stop a testosterone treatment.
From a testosterone health study, men who used testosterone were 30% more likely to have a heart attack, stroke or die, during a three-year period, than men with low hormone levels who didn’t take the supplements. The average hormone user and non-user were in their early 60s, and most had other health problems including diabetes and high blood pressure. However, this research didn’t prove that testosterone was the cause of a heart attack, stroke or death. Further tests will need to be conducted.
Some of the common low testosterone treatment names are:
Should you or a loved one suffer from a heart attack or stroke after taking low testosterone supplements, call us today and see what your legal rights are.
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