Fertility & Family Planning

Synthetic Testosterone’s Effect on Fertility

Synthetic testosterone (Testosterone Replacement Therapy or TRT), while FDA-approved for symptoms like low libido, is a strong contraceptive that can cause temporary and potentially permanent fertility damage by suppressing sperm production, leading to azoospermia.
By - Benancio Martinez, MS, APRN, FNP-C

The use of synthetic testosterone, also named testosterone cypionate/enanthate, are FDA approved medications for the use of treating sexual libido, erectile dysfunction, debilitating fatigue/tiredness. However, one of the overlooked factors of using synthetic testosterone is its damaging effects on men’s fertility.

In one study, it was illustrated that up 65% of men that started testosterone became azoospermia within 4 months (Patel, 2018). Azoospermia meaning zero sperm found in an ejaculated sample. This can have long lasting effects, as it took the patients up to 2 years to return to baseline (Patel, 2018). Moreover, testosterone use can also cause permanent damage to your own testosterone production, leaving you with low-t for the rest of your life and now are lifelong dependent on testosterone shots.

Here at the Y Factor, we take a different approach to treating testosterone deficiency. We help your body increase its own testosterone production naturally, without the use of exogenous testosterone. We use proven, evidence-based practice to increase your testosterone levels in your body. Furthermore, these methods also increase your fertility rather than suppress them. So, whether you are interested in improving your overall health or interested in starting a family, we have the solution for you.

Patel AS, Leong JY, Ramos L, Ramasamy R. Testosterone Is a Contraceptive and Should Not Be Used in Men Who Desire Fertility. World J Mens Health. 2019;37(1):45-54. doi:10.5534/wjmh.180036

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