What Happens When You Take Testosterone?

Millions of men are currently taking testosterone supplements, more than ever in history. Why is this happening? What does it do to your body, and why could it be dangerous?
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Whether it is Joe Rogan, Andrew Huberman or Bad Bunny and his new masculinity - there is a lot of rumors and information out there about Testosterone Supplements. The actual science is more nuanced, and potentially damaging than you may expect.

[@FosterBaba]

Can we get a female version of this, explaining PCOS and other conditions that causes elevated testosterone?

[@MagdaleneDivine]

Yeah it's called fast food pork or beef products. They're all. Pumped full of estrogen

[@stuul1365]

no

[@xerofelix7090]

Yes! I second this!

[@CasualSpud]

I'd like to know more about pcos.. Just to understand what my wife goes through

[@misskriss1982]

Yes please! Coping with PCOS for over 20 years. Would love to see a video. 💖

[@jerzey22]

Been on TRT for 8 years through my doctor. Lots of blood testing and questionnaires. My Doc also has me re-test and answer questions every 6 months. The correct way to deal with this medication. Most young men on “TRT” aren’t really on TRT they just want a shortcut in the gym in my experience.

[@pabrodi]

Considering what's happening now, TRT isn't a shortcut but the only way to achieve the monstrous physique we see in male fitness magazines, movies, and social media. Imagine hitting the gym for one year and achieving the same physique as Spider-Man. Some decades ago, that would be ok, but nowadays, it doesn't make sense. People go to the gym to look like Thor.

[@JohnDee633]

Everyone I know on TRT goes to their doctor. I don’t know if anyone taking it for the gym. Although I see people talking about it online obviously.

[@jerzey22]

@@pabrodi those physiques, you mention aren’t the result of TRT. No those men are on many more compounds. Though with the correct knowledge, consistency and time you can create a very admirable physique. With or without TRT. However TRT is medicine. The goal of it is NOT to look like Arnold. Rather help alleviate symptoms.

[@MyNomDePlume]

Yep, I know of people using 500mg a week or more with total T over 3,000. I've been on TRT for about 18 years and I intentionally keep my total T at around 450, which is low-norm, but I have no side effects and it sure beats the < 200 that I was at before TRT. I know about the impaired judgement and sleep apnea, but the increase in hematocrit from EPO can be controlled by taking smaller amounts more frequently. I do subq injections every other day. Some people use creams but that doesn't work for me.

[@zesky6654]

@@JohnDee633 bro, people be juicing like crazy.

[@drunkbunny94]

I think another problem that isnt talked about as much in the main stream is just how much of an impact social media has had on boys. Everyone talks about instagram filters, make up, cosmetic surgery making women insecure but the same thing is happening to men as well. Getting in shape takes time and steroids, PED's, SARMS, all can help reduce that time and allow impatient kids get progress quickly. If you are finishing up school or starting college/uni taking something like this to look good, feel good about yourself sounds like a no brainer because they arent looking at the long term cost if they feel shitty and insecure now and dont want to spend years correcting things.

[@drunkbunny94]

@imhappy83 did you not watch the video? It literally explained that testosterone had a load of beneficial mental effects.

[@jamesrickards1221]

@drunkbunny94 I couldn't possibly agree more with everything you typed, because it's all true. Kudos to you my friend! 😀

[@theodorematthews7007]

I feel bad for the poor med student who had to measure mouse erectile disfunction

[@AcapellaFella]

Lol jesus

[@moonhunter9993]

underrated comment 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@xovei82]

thank you theodore

[@anca-mariamezei7802]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@martinkudzaizvirawa6927]

😂😂😂

[@BenjaminCronce]

As an internet layman, my limited reading on the topic is adding testosterone into your system is generally not a good idea. You want your system to produce more testosterone. If you add more to your system, your system attempts to balance that out by reducing production even more. Your hormone system doesn't just blindly produce hormones, it is a feedback system that balances hormones and just blindly adding some hormones into your system and throw off that balance.

[@Rambleon444]

So true... I think the biggest risk, is once you are on it for a while you are hooked for life your body will cease to make testosterone permanently. Plus these possible side effects- testosterone can cause dangerous or irreversible effects, such as enlarged breasts, small testicles, infertility, high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, liver disease, bone growth problems, addiction, and mental effects such as aggression and violence.

[@recnepSpencar]

@@Rambleon444 that’s not quite true. Your “feedback loop” is mainly your pituitary receiving T, and sending out LH, and FSH. There are ways to ensure that feedback loop doesn’t shrivel up during TRT and if someone goes off of TRT. Source: have hypogonadiam and have been on TRT for close to 6 years.

[@L3uX]

Correct. Unless there's a clear medical reason to replace the hormone. There's no such thing as a free lunch. Without proper risk mitigaton, you will risk your fertility, heart, etc at prolonged and moderate doses. If you're taking test for body building reasons, you may just paint yourself into a corner and will likely be on it for rest of your life.

[@thehawk69]

Yup, first you add testosterone externally, your own system reduces the production, you add more to counter it and it turns into a vicious cycle.

[@misere4]

you can bypass such by inhibiting certain receptors via antagonist chemicals, e.g. enclomiphene citrate, that way you will get "your system to produce more testosterone", but nonetheless if we are talking about disorders like hypogonadisms, yeah, your system absolutely "just blindly" produces, or in this case, does not produce hormones, hence a call for treatment

[@sorrelstokes]

Been watching ASAP Science since i was 13 (23 now) and still hooked ❤️

[@ivanmolina4903]

Same!

[@megclement]

Literally same I’m 23 too!

[@UnderScore300]

Lol. Me too

[@Opiut21]

Do u have any bf

[@briankeller9848]

Started Trt at 34. I was clinically low, in the 300s. My primary care said it was normal. The trt clinic noted it was a normal level for a man in his 60s. Up around 1000, I feel soooooo much better. My wife and I are no longer just roommates. I’ve lost a ton of fat, packed on muscle, my cholesterol is great my blood pressure is great… 100% worth it for men who need it. I’m here for a good time not a long time. Half as long twice as bright… I’m not going back to the way I was no matter what.

[@ricardomunoz590]

It shortens your life expectancy?

[@guille8756]

​@@ricardomunoz590 not really but You need to manage some risks

[@snigie1]

42, same story!

[@simonpetrikov3992]

@@ricardomunoz590 not really if you’re clinically low in the first place because it would just be filling in the gaps of production

[@MrSinghh07]

what if you want to have kids one day? doesn't it make you impotent?

[@parallel4]

I'm quite alarmed by the fact that you said that people are taking testosterone in pill form. As someone who has been prescribed testosterone by doctors since I was 14, my understanding has always been that testosterone is much too hard on the liver to be taken orally, which is why it's only given in injection or topical form (or nasal spray as you mentioned, but from what I've seen, nasal spray can't produce high enough testosterone levels to be used as a treatment for hypogonadism). I suppose pill meds are usually cheaper than gel meds from what I've seen, so I suppose if these young men aren't getting it prescribed and are just buying their testosterone, pills might be cheapest. But I would be very concerned about the effect on the liver if you are taking oral testosterone over an extended period of time.

[@10NobodyElse]

I'm guessing he's referring to testosterone boosters, which are more or less a scam

[@stoat7]

As far as I know testosterone doesn't survive the digestion in the stomach. Test boosters are bullshit

[@JJ-ec9lp]

I’ve heard of relatively new “pellets”, but I would guess he’s referring to the market of “testosterone supplements” and “boosters” that are not prescriptions when saying pills.

[@theofriesen9527]

I'm pretty sure the oral form is a more recent development, and its a different testosterone "containing" molecule that can be safely taken orally, but I'm not 100% sure.

[@weirdflex8158]

No cheap test e comes from china and it's injectable

[@weezerwookie]

I first tested my T levels when I was 35 because I had all of the symptoms of low t, and my total T tested at 65, which is well below normal levels for men of any age (400-600 is considered healthiest), 65 is slightly high for a woman. I was anemic, i had high blood sugar and cholesterol, i was in the army in my youth and struggled to pass fitness tests despite exercising a ton, i suffered from low self esteem, depression, difficulty focusing. Men like me with hypogonadism can expect to live 20 years less than men with healthy T levels. Fortunately I have been able to have kids, tho not without difficulty. Since I started on T therapy my quality of life has improved bigly. I get it for free thru the VA as it's a medical need, not cuz I'm trying to get jacked (i don't even lift, Bro...) We couldn't figure out what caused my hypogonadism. My prolactin levels are highly elevated, my sisters also have this problem and have had issues with reproduction.

[@daniel_rossy_explica]

Since both you and your sister have the same problem, I bet that it is genetic. Did your parents had trouble concibing you both? Maybe it runs on your family.

[@weezerwookie]

@@daniel_rossy_explica my sisters had problems with polycistic ovaries. my dad's sisters also have that problem. no my parents had no problem conceiving.

[@nathanmaxtro1]

65?! Are you sure you aren't a woman? I thought my pre-treatment level of 255 was low.

[@weezerwookie]

i know right. i'm very fortunate that i have normal junk, i'm tall and i have a deep voice, i sang bass in hs choir, so nothing seemed too abnormal. even now with my T levels at about 600 i can't grow a mustache, so i think i just don't produce much body hair even with good T levels. i think for someone like me T is a medical necessity esp later in middle since it's so vital for men's health, with levels at 65 you can't attribute that to factors such as spending time raising kids (yeah, raising kids lowers your T, makes you more feminine i guess lol), excess weight, sleep apnea (which i have) or diet, people with moderately low levels can raise them fix them with supplements, life style changes etc without steroid treatments, as those can mess with your ability to have kids. fortunately I've had kids already. i recommend working with your primary care, and having kids, before going to these juice dealerships that have been popping up, they're super expensive and yeah can rob young men of fatherhood. my T levels were so low i had anemia due to low red blood cells count, pre diabetic blood sugar levels and high lipid levels, those are now within normal ranges.

[@MooseFull]

If your prolactin is elevated and you have low T, you might have a pituitary tumor. Check with an MRI.

[@azazel444]

I blame social media. It took me 6 months of constant blood work to get my prescription because I actually needed it due to health issues growing up and so many of my friends ask me to slip them a vial of test so they can do a cycle. I think most young people do it just to look like their favorite influencer rather then health reasons.

[@mikemike6343]

The claymation was so fuggin helpful. Great work as usual.

[@laynepieri4214]

I second wanting a female version. But ideally, I'd like a breakdown of the effect of testosterone therapy for trans men who have gone through female puberty. Bonus points if we can get one for estrogen and trans women who have gone through male puberty.

[@Oxyleya]

I would say it makes sense to make a video on both transmen and transwomen simultaneously because it's kind of a niche subject.

[@laynepieri4214]

@@Oxyleya True, but it is a popular subject and the changes for trans men differ greatly from trans women. There are a lot of changes, especially longer term, that people might not be aware of. 🤷‍♂️

[@echidona293]

@@laynepieri4214 but it’s like just don’t be trans lol

[@OsirisMalkovich]

boost

[@JoshPhoenix11]

If you're female and take testosterone it can induce Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. But that might be half your luck because PCOS will raise testosterone levels itself as well.

[@charbbigonee]

can you guys make a video about medical studies if you haven't already? like how do people come up with these statistics, how can you get involved, and things like that.. i think it'd be really interesting to know more about what goes into the studies that you guys reference in your videos!

[@AKagNA]

Thank you for taking the topic in hands with such an objectivity!

[@jodyknight]

The illustration work on this video was outstanding!! My favourite bit ,...so far, I had to stop it here because I was lolling hard 7:10 is so funny!! The morning wood and the bandaid on the crotch of the mouse lmao I LOVE IT!!!!

[@jorgeu111]

I was stuck in my couch gaining weight with no interest in anything at all happening outside the house. It turns out I was on low T. My primary care measured it and now I take T injections in the leg. It changes EVERYTHING. Its like I started to live again.

[@HorkPorkler]

Same, it's awesome

[@Edwiz]

Happy for you guys

[@ifur]

Turns out I’m in the same situation, I’ve wasted my best years. How long did it take to see some result?

[@snigie1]

​@@ifur about a month roughly, honestly, it is genuinely life changing stuff

[@kajerlou]

Thank you for this video. I have been thinking about this for a while as I feel that perhaps my testosterone levels have been steadily dropping over the past couple decades--I have concerns that have kept me from raising this concern to my primary care physician. However, I am hesitant to address it. I am an elementary school teacher, a nurturer--the last thing I want to feel are the sort of my aggressive, bold, harsh emotions that I felt as a teenager nor do I want my voice to ever become deeper (I naturally speak at a softer yet higher pitch than I did at 18, 18 years ago). I honestly like how I feel more balanced between the whole gender binary thing instead of being sharply skewed toward masculinity. I have no interest in taking estrogen but, I really don't care to be or feel more masculine which is my primary concern about taking a testosterone supplement.

[@namelesschannel4103]

Basically, the answer to every health question: "it depends" and "go see a doctor"

[@Reversed-Reality]

That's true

[@theShirtlessBagel]

Bro thank you, I was about to go buy some but decided to look at the risks. Great video.

[@RealSacredCow]

Thanks for this video. I had been thinking about testosterone supplementation a lot lately, but this opened my eyes to a lot more questions that I would like to ask a doctor prior to beginning the introduction of this to my system.

[@SDM-Zone]

So you are saying that I can lose weight, gain muscle AND not have children? Damn sounds great.

[@bitey-facepuppyguy2038]

Hell yeh.

[@thephatarmadillow]

It’s become incredibly common within the fitness influencer industry.

[@MrWhatahelisdis]

Very informative! Love the hat! (From Detroit)

[@Eireman_on_Twitch]

As I have high testosterone, I do not take the hormone. However, as a heart patient (artificial mitral valve) and approaching 50, my GP prescribed a low level statin as my LDL cholesterol levels are the high level of ok, as a precaution as my heart and local arteries have to be ready for additional surgeries. Surprisingly, I saw a noted drop of almost 4% in my T level. On that same note, my (atoptive) father has never taken cholesterol build-up medication and now in his late 70's has better than normal T levels. Statins, like any chemical corrector, have side effects, and one major issues is the depression of T production. Men on the NORMAL scale may see a drop that has poor effects on sexual traits, increasing weight, etc. First suggestion is ALWAYS ALL and find a solution that fixes the issues rather than making new ones.

[@TamiWeiss]

Makes sense, cholesterol is the precursor to gonadal and corticosteroids. If you're reducing via statins, it follows that the hormones derived from cholesterol will be decreased.

[@IsuiGtz]

Could you please do a follow up video on estrogen... please

[@SoullessDCLXVI]

I want to see a "Your body on Estrogen" video. Wanna see what I've got to look forward to once I can finally get on HRT.

[@vintagepipesnightmares]

Oh my gosh! Can you make these videos longer please??? They are not long enough

[@masterchef1153]

The problem is the “normal” levels of testosterone now is equivalent to men 80 years old 100 years ago. Testosterone is at an all time low in history which is why I think so many people seek it out

[@masterchef1153]

I also think it’s better to naturally increase your testosterone if you can through working out, diet, etc

[@ibechuu9695]

This video sorely needed to be made.

[@White.Kaiser]

My dr had me start trt at 17 because I had low Ts and infertility issues she said that I needed to regulate my t levels in order for me to start a family in the future. I’m about to reach my 30s and want to start a family soon

[@markman278]

People NEED to go to their doctor before taking anything this extreme. I went complaining of feeing very tired and asked to check my testosterone levels. The doctor said sure and then also ordered a thyroid test. Turns out my thyroid, although within the “norm” it was on the VERY low end. Time to take some iodine. But I wouldn’t have found that out without talking to my doctor first.

[@SkunkySpinda]

steals your testosterone for my spooky trans plans

[@Nickodemo1st]

😂 so spoopy

[@HelloHamburger]

Pls

[@e0oh]

take mine!

[@Legolas_simp]

share pleasee

[@justalilbugman]

I wish trans women and trans men could just swap their hormones like one trades pokemon with a friend :(

[@AstaJ10]

Hi! I felt the need to comment on a common misconception. Before six weeks, it's not that we all had vaginas, but what will later develop into gonads/genitals have not differentiated yet; which it's close but not the same. For someone who does not have the SRY gene (or it's not functional), their system will also go through some differentiation to become the fully developed internal and external reproductive organs for a 46,XX person.

[@NZDLo]

Do you think this is why regressives are putting in abortion bans at the six week mark…?

[@iosifd2409]

Been rejected for TRT by NHS in UK , suffered a lot from depression , anxiety , weak muscles etc. So I decided to self medicate myself , with 200 mg of Test splitted in two per week . Ditched all the antidepresants , feel way better , I can do life choices , the overall experience is awesome . If you use it responsible with monthly blood tests , and you control your estrogen is pretty awesome. TRT in fact its just an overpriced controlled way of being on steroids . So there you go .

[@patrickst-georges4008]

Thank you man you the best

[@TheFluffyTRex]

People who have low testosterone levels shouldn't jump on taking testosterone right away as the first solution. Low testosterone could be caused by other health issues as well. Figure out the cause before you supplement. Living an unhealthy lifestyle with lack of sleep is a common cause of low testosterone levels. Supplementing should really be the last thing you try after you've checked all the other boxes, due to the negative side effects. If you can treat it with a change in lifestyle that's generally preferable

[@edwardallenthree]

On a societal level, societies which are more stable, which celebrate the nuclear family, which encourage long-term relationships and a long-term relationship between men and their children naturally have lower testosterone levels population-wide than those that don't. Low testosterone is a sign of stability, peace, and success.

[@jinmushui1soul]

​@@edwardallenthree lol citation needed

[@edwardallenthree]

@@jinmushui1soul" The depleting effects of marriage and children on testosterone have been shown in various North American populations, but my favorite study comes from the city of Cebu in the Philippines. In 2005, a team led by the anthropologist Chris Kuzawa measured the testosterone levels of 465 single men in their early 20s. Over the next four years, 208 of these men got married, and 162 of those had children. In 2009, Chris’s team again measured the men’s T levels. As in the United States, men’s testosterone gradually declined with age. But, as Figure 8.3 illustrates, the rate of decline was dependent upon what happened to the men in the intervening years. T levels plummeted among those who both got married and had children, while they declined the least among those who remained single. Notably, the men who were initially highest in testosterone were also the most likely to get married-that is, higher testosterone in 2005 predicted success in the competition for mates in the ensuing four years." Joseph Henrich, The WEIRDest People in the World, p. 268. To see his citation, read the book.

[@jinmushui1soul]

@@edwardallenthree pop-science books don't count. meta-analysis or it didn't happen

[@jinmushui1soul]

@@edwardallenthree oh no I actually looked up the book and realized what neo-orientalist garbage it is. Not that research cited is necessarily bad, but if it's appearing in this kind of book, there's a high probability it has either been maliciously misinterpreted or was shitty science that hasn't withstood further inquiry. all the more reason to read the original sources.

[@dancinggal747]

Hey! I would love to hear more about females taking testosterone. I think we need to destigmatize females bringing their testosterone into an appropriate range (under dr supervision, of course.)

[@felixlara2945]

Honestly when looking for a study about Trans men taking testosterone, I couldn't find anything that wasn't a collection of anecdotal evidence and improperly conducted studies and biologically I doubt gender identity really affects how testosterone affects you so eh

[@HorkPorkler]

​@Don't Read My Profile Picture shut up

[@djohnsveress6616]

Posted this in an other comment, but i guess it fits here too so Testosterone causes permanent Voice changes to females it gets deeper, loses that unique melodic frequency, while the reversed cannot be done so no Estrogene will make a Mans voice a Females, in fact the female voice is determined by a mix of various hormones (Forgot what hormones but Fair warning, looking it up from google will not give you the right answers, it's not simply estrogen and it's done between the ages of 11-14 ) so testosterone for females under natural circumstances don't play a role but when it does it's considered a permanent damage. Better muscle potential but also body hair, clitoris growth (As i understand it this happens anyway if the individual is sexually active or permanently horny) The most interesting to me in that research was a bit unrelated to all of this, it went into it from a musical stand point, how a females voice is still more melodical even on the deepest natural voice of a female (Contralto) then the most melodical Male voice type, the research used a man blindfolded listening to both man and female voices, it turns out our brain picks up the female voice better, we can recreate the face inside our head just from the voice alone because the female voice is naturally richer because of it's frequency (and many more bullshit detail that i can't remember) basically it contains much more information. This explained why i'm always looking up the female singing covers not the male ones lol.. The study i read was a all around research, showing the changes thru out the ages from young to old, with some more interesting bits like the above. It shows that Testosterone is a powerful hormone and it leaves visible, hearable, permanent changes while the reversed is not possible to achieve. You only increase it naturally, such as weight lifting induces that increase. Testosterone is a hammer, a females body in terms of overall complexity in comparison to a mans is like a fine tuned instrument. The hammer does the work but it grinds the fine instrument into a mute piece of wood, if what you want is a mute piece of wood to hit people with no ones stopping you, there are many dedicated female weight lifters who inject themselves but you should know the cost cause it costs. I never heard of a Female testosterone stigma because it's usually called steroid. (Edit: don't want to scare any Girls from Working out, i recommend working out exactly because it can only increase it to healthy levels, it won't turn you into a hairy gorilla with big muscles and such lol, just know that this worry is just a worry and it isn't real ! The issue begins when you medically add the stuff..)

[@TheLakeMorgan]

@@rhebucks_zh Good away transphobe

[@TheLakeMorgan]

@@djohnsveress6616 I mean I have pcos and I have higher testosterone levels then other women

[@koriuk5032]

Dude your videos are always so good lol

[@plasmashade6339]

This video felt like one of those ads/commercials where they tell you to check with your doctor to see if the product is right for you after listing all of the med's side effects. 😆

[@Kentrc11]

I take 5mg of Cialis for my varicocele each day. My genitals do a salute any time I drop a log now lol

[@zooring1]

thank you for sharing, that's so brave of you

[@Kentrc11]

@Michael lol sure thing. Remember kids: If you decide to workout or do sports regularly, wear a jock strap.

[@RatchetRorschach]

​@@Kentrc11 jock strap is to prevent what?

[@Kentrc11]

@Ratchet Rorschach varicose veins & arteries in your legs & in your sack for one reason. Gonna elevate your sack

[@HeavyRayne]

Cialis is a varicocele treatment? Interesting. I've only taken horse chestnut and I'm not sure if it's fixed it. The last few doctors I've had won't take it seriously

[@vankuscarce5496]

Do you guys think Tongkat Ali and Cistanche tubulosa extracts are safe way to elevate testosterone levels?

[@ananyajgupta1870]

thank you for this video really informative and educational

[@bookreport101]

Take this information to congress and they’ll call you a witch lol.

[@Spacemutiny]

The same Congress where half of them can’t even admit that there are two sexes and genders? Lol

[@SmultronsyltNatha]

I think it would be good to mention that there are alternatives to testosterone supplements if you want to preserve your fertility and have low testosterone. You can get hCG (like Ovitrelle) to adjust a low LH and follitropin alpha (like Gonal-f) to adjust a low FSH, if these are believed to cause the low testosterone.

[@noahludwig8520]

I stumbled along this video in my search for side effects to treatment and saw this is a science based channel. I didn’t know some of this information and I’ve been on treatment since 9 years old. I had a brain tumor on my pituitary gland when I was younger and when it was removed, my pituitary came with it so my thyroid doesn’t work as well. I now take loads of medication 2 of which are t treatment and growth hormone. Just figured someone might be interested in the info! Love the vid

[@lewisrandall2952]

Excellent - thank you!

[@ThatGuyThai]

4:22 for contents, you're welcome. Everything before it is interesting but isn't directly related to video title.

[@dorkporkknobslob9918]

I don’t understand the binary denial. Its just as valid to be XX or XY if not more so. instead of say it’s not real you could say it’s not rigid.

[@truerthanyouknow9456]

I love the butch, broey outfit for this topic. Well done!

[@JaabaaYup]

Such a well made video ❤❤

[@marcello7781]

This brought me back memories of a scene in GTA IV between Niko and Brucie.

[@Anurag_Sharma2005]

Which one

[@janetf23]

I wonder if excess testosterone could have adverse effects on impulse control🤔

[@kellydalstok8900]

That’s what I was thinking. Doesn’t it cause aggression?

[@masonhopper6048]

This video just convinced me to get on gear. Thanks.

[@Rachmanfan4life]

Extremely well done video

[@DaveTexas]

I’ve suffered from low - almost no - testosterone for decades. My endocrinologist was alarmed when, at about age 30, my testosterone levels plummeted. I’ve been on replacement therapy ever since. Only this year did we discover a possible cause. I was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer early this year. Many tests and scans followed, looking to see if my cancer had metastasized. An MRI of my head showed an abnormality with my pituitary gland. After further MRIs, it was determined that the abnormality wasn’t cancer, but rather a congenital deformity of my pituitary gland. According to my neurologist, my pituitary function was probably normal when I was young, but the abnormality continued to grow as I aged, causing my hormones to go wacky. My doctors *think* this may be why my body stopped producing testosterone. The unfortunate part for me is that my testosterone levels are fully in the "normal" range, but I still have extreme fatigue and difficulty building muscle tissue. However, my body sometimes goes into overdrive on red blood cell production - a side effect of testosterone replacement therapy - and I’ll have to go for a blood-letting like it’s 1680. For real! I’ll have about one-and-a-half pints of blood drained from me. All because I rub testosterone gel on my arms every day…

[@xylonislonis]

Thank you for sharing

[@Mel-qr5ob]

are you donating that blood? that would be awesome, turning a downside into something that saves peoples lives

[@DaveTexas]

@@Mel-qr5ob no, I’m not allowed to donate it. I’ve been a type 1 diabetic since the late 1970s, and anyone who used insulin prior to 1990 (when bovine/porcine insulin was replaced by synthetic human insulin) isn’t allowed to donate blood due to the risk of Mad Cow. Since they can’t test for prion infections/diseases, they just don’t allow anyone who used insulin prior to 1990 to donate blood. The fact that my blood contains too many red blood cells might also preclude me from donating it since it’s dangerous to have an excess of red blood cells. Since I’m not allowed to donate, I’ve never asked about that.

[@user-rb7ns9yj5y]

Dude.. its mostly due to all the actors and models online and in media who are all on test, HGH, and other drugs so huge jacked miscle men are what kids think is normal. Thats why so many young men take it.

[@Zenview69]

Just felt that I went thru college in 12 minutes. Wonder if a doctor could share this info in his office in less than an hour.

[@EddieKingOfficial]

Very very informative. Thank you

[@Domihork]

I don't get why taking drugs and steroids became so popular in recent years. I remember growing up hearing all these bad things about it and I thought that this is a problem of the past and we're now moving to a future where people understand the risks more and will be more careful. Instead I constantly hear about people doing this and I just don't get it.

[@yeyeTF2]

instagram and tiktok pushing roided out guys to the front page and everyone thinks those are natural bodies. then go whine to their doctor until they give them supplements because they want to look like liver king

[@hadjoudjmehdi7606]

Body image.

[@halftimeharambe]

cause its not the 1940s and ppl arent buyin the all drugs are bad bs anymore

[@RicardoMontania]

Because it was all propaganda. We're now really understanding its effects.

[@catalyst3713]

Because people want quick fixes, and don't want to make the "hard" lifestyle changes to their diet, exercise, sleep, meditation etc.

[@drummerboy-qb8ir]

It’s day 133 of me being a boy, and my body is being pumped with testosterone

[@ZeoWorks]

Rooting for you friend :)

[@Coachrupertwilson]

Do you draw all that stuff? Its insane. Made the already amazing factual video. Insane 🎉

[@matttenhumberg3506]

Great and informative! Thank you

[@tipoomaster]

It's interesting to also think about the plummeting natural testosterone rate that we don't seem to place that much importance on figuring out and addressing. Whether it's microplastics disrupting our endocrine systems or a million other things. And now a lot of men are seeking testosterone, which is interesting.

[@Samrules888]

GAYsapscience doesn't want to address it. because it would put their feminist academic overlords on the spot as well as THEIR overlords in the entrenched political leaders, amazon, google, the chinese government who do you think is signing these twinks' paychecks? they ALL benefit from weaker softer more effeminated men. nap time is over. time to wake up.

[@feelovenergy]

I was born with XYY chromosomes and have often wondered if that meant my body produced more testosterone? or perhaps like said in this video, there is a cap at which the testosterone is limited.. and now learning that Id have to do dozens if not more tests to measure if my testosterone is "average", I guess Ill never know. lol

[@BrianHallmond]

"Seen-in-men" that made me giggle for some reason.

[@Tmateen]

Some men are on testosterone replacement therapy because they have something called Klinefelter syndrome also called XXY syndrome or lower levels of Testosterone from puberty which stunts growth

[@hukmai]

The joke in the family when my uncle gets moody is Man-o-pause

[@kieranstyx3633]

Insecurity is the reason. That's it. It's an ideologically driven supplementation for stuff including shortcuts in the gym, their threatened sense of masculinity, and pseudoscientific/conspiratorial ideas about hormone levels today.

[@edmitiu7383]

Thx for excellent info

[@Edwiz]

Regarding the point about low sperm count, infertility, decrease in the size of gonads. These effects of exogenous testosterone can be mediated by including HCG in a TRT protocol, which is often available when going to a TRT clinic.

[@yuukifenia1611]

Next week: Estrogen! Great video btw, I was wondering how it might affect people. Was surprised that other basic things weren't mentioned but it'd make the video much longer. Baldness as well as a decreased life expectancy are other factors in Testosterone overall so I'm not sure if it doesn't change with more. Looking forward to the Estrogen side if you do it

[@yeyeTF2]

If exogenous testosterone is taken for an extended period, the body may become reliant on it for adequate levels of testosterone. This can make it challenging for the body to resume natural production once testosterone therapy is discontinued.

[@shrutik9673]

Hmmmmmmmmmmm

[@malcolmgraves2428]

HcG is a thing

[@yeyeTF2]

@@malcolmgraves2428 It is a thing, yes

[@antma1908]

They should study what I’ve been around cuz my stuff is huuuuge. Great info subscribed 🎉

[@administrato]

What stuff

[@danise1856]

Thank you for taking a moment to acknowledge that intersex people exist and are valid 😊❤

[@TheAmericanAmerican]

Rule of Life #1: do NOT put anything in your body other than food and water unless recommended/prescribed to you by a doctor. Those who fail to follow this rule will eventually win themselves the Darwin Award!

[@SamsExotics]

Yes! 👏👏👏

[@exapsy]

Thanks for the research guys and for analyzing to us the papers thoroughly and with fun. Peace bois

[@michellewilliams9400]

Your cheekiness in this vid is so entertaining. Lol

[@Frutigirl2000]

Hey! I've been watching your guys's videos since the beginning of time and I really love how informative and professional they are! + Interesting and the drawings are very cute 🫧 And this video is no exception! I really loved this video as someone in the trans community! More specifically, I'm a trans girl and I would really love a video on the effects of Estrogen! Thank you! 🩷

[@doughjoe1023]

“The biggest risk to young people taking testosterone is decreased fertility” As someone with literally zero inclination towards having kids, this sounds like an absolute win.

[@thighpicdealerreal9614]

let me guess you are below the age of 16?

[@Rambleon444]

I think the biggest risk, is once you are on it for a while you are hooked for life your body will cease to make testosterone permanently. Plus these possible side effects- testosterone can cause dangerous or irreversible effects, such as enlarged breasts, small testicles, infertility, high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, liver disease, bone growth problems, addiction, and mental effects such as aggression and violence.

[@doughjoe1023]

@@thighpicdealerreal9614 Closer to double that, but I can see why you’d think otherwise

[@thighpicdealerreal9614]

@@doughjoe1023 yeah

[@TheLakeMorgan]

@@thighpicdealerreal9614 Some people just never want kids, some just want to adopt. I myself will never give birth

[@hungee]

I am currently 22. The lowest my testosterone has tested is 180, highest 255. I have had all of the symptoms and i didnt even know testosterone could be the issue. I took a mail in testosterone test kit and found my levels were low. Ive been seeing an endocrinologist for two years now and hopefully i can get treatment soon. I just want to feel better at this point, i dont even care about the risks, my quality of life is terrible.

[@habibi3223]

Hey do you have an update?

[@hungee]

@@habibi3223 yep, they still haven't treated me, my Endo said my levels were fine now (came back at 230) and that I don't need treatment even though my symptoms aren't better and my levels are still terrible. They also said I have preclinical hypothyroidism but it shouldn't ever become a problem but then also game me a thyroid medication. I need to find a new doctor, been spending $50 copay per visit and have gotten no help whatsoever

[@habibi3223]

Ok thanks for answer. I have the same problem, 24 years and very low testo and trying to find one who will treat me. I want the testo gel. @@hungee

[@VizaoPlizao]

​@@hungeeCheck out a clinic that specializes in T therapy

[@mrmiralg]

You need to go see a urologist. Sounds to me like you are a perfect candidate for TRT. I went through a similar situation. Many doctors said it was no issue. Here's some Cialis for your ED. Find a urologist that's keeping your male health in their best interest. Find someone reputable and see if you can start trt. Whatever you do, don't go to a men's health Trt clinic, they seem to be pretty shady.

[@sebastian7708]

This dudes facial expressions are hilarious and entertaining 😂😂😂

[@oggioggi3295]

I am 48 and had low T and was considering TRT. I found a book that saved my life. My T levels are now consistent at between 500 and 600 and I feel more energy better libido and better moods. Complete Guide to Testosterone by James Francis

[@zacmorri]

That intersex comment that meant to singlehandedly validate all gender dysphoria- might be a bit reductionist 2:21

[@madmanjay2458]

They need to be institutionalized, not given a voice

[@Capthrax1]

Sleep apena is a spectrum, being a heavy snorer is being boardline. Cpap machines work so well that the people don't snore any more. Obstructive sleep apena is common in bodybuilders. From being thick necked and heavy chest or testerone supplements- who knows

[@lixmarine3077]

Ive been watching this channel for ages please never quit ❤😚🫂

[@semiha-do4]

SUMMARY Benefits older men with hypogonadism- muscular, better mood, improved sexual function Young men- muscle strength, more energized, better mood Disadvantage Normally hormones have a negative and positive feedback loop to regulate hormone levels so when testosterone is given externally there will be a negative feedback to GnRH leading to decreased spermatogenesis and testicle size and more importantly infertility, also others like acne, osa, breast cancer

[@skyelord6229]

A good urologist will test your testosterone on 2 different occasions before starting TRT. They will also test your LH, FSH, estriadol, PSA, and vitamin D. I also got a CT scan of the pituitary gland to r/o a tumor. I had hypogonadism. Been on TRT for 3 years and my level is about 600. Best decision I ever made. I'm 60 y.o.

[@Daesma999]

I'm starting T soon (I'm FtM), so I'm glad you have some video about it too ❤️ love your work

[@bet-a-betta6468]

Are u gonna be a real man and grow a po

[@Daesma999]

@@bet-a-betta6468 po? Idk. What comes naturally to me after that I leave it that way. I don't really need to man up that much. Our laws are just silly.

[@saixmusic9322]

Not this video coming out a month after I started taking T

[@lostross]

congrats! i’ve been on t for 2 years so far :)

[@saixmusic9322]

@@lostross Aw thank youuuu, im already so much happier with how I look and sound, cant wait for the future

[@daralic2255]

Bet no one is banning this form of healthcare.

[@MilkShake]

Great explenation! 👌

[@RaffyAloFukit]

Gender-affirming care is so vital to not just Trans people, but everyone ❤

[@andrewdl6824]

Most Erectile Dysfunction is from clogged arteries. A low-fat and cholesterol-free diet, combined with lots of whole plant foods is the best way to get blood flowing back down there.

[@gabrielfelixmunoz739]

you left out the most important warning. once you start TRT, there is no going back: your body will stop producing test, and you will have to be on it the rest of your life.

[@8Phoenix8]

Can you make a video on increased or hyper increased estrogen and progesterone, if there is any?

[@geminirox8635]

I hate how he has to try so hard to shoehorn in the idea that xy isnt male and xx isnt female because rarely this rule fucks up.

[@RichConnerGMN]

trans people exist

[@Silentspeaker3]

Let's just call it what we used to call it, anabolic steroids. The dangers they spoke about back in the 90s haven't changed just because we're calling it by the proper name now.

[@Triptweeze]

The difference that you're forgetting is that the dangers that the spoke of in the 90's was due to lack of research. It's been 30 years... We know a lot more about the use of exogenous testosterone now. Surely if you're using exogenous testosterone recreationally, you're gonna run into problems because you're more than likely not going to have ANY levels checked by a physician. However... Those of us that are in need of using it and under the care of a physician have less to worry about than if we DIDN'T use it. The information is out there.

[@Silentspeaker3]

@Triptweeze this video is geared towards addressing the recreational use, not the medical use. If a person needs a testosterone supplement, that's between them and their physician and is prescribed.

[@Triptweeze]

@@Silentspeaker3 Not entirely. I also wasn't addressing the video I was making a direct comment about it being as dangerous as it was in the 90's... It has never been dangerous, it's only dangerous when it's misused and you aren't monitored closely.

[@hellomouse2354]

By any chance could you do a video on mushroom benefits? Edibles ones

[@CasualSpud]

I'm in my early 50s.. I shouldn't giggle when you say "ballsack" 😂

[@athenovae]

Can you do one on HRT for trans men and women? 🥰