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FDA Requires Labeling Changes on Testosterone

Makers of approved testosterone products must revise their labels, according to new rules announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 3, 2015.

Labels must now clarify that testosterone therapy is FDA-approved only for men with hypogonadism - low testosterone caused by a medical condition. It is not approved for age-related testosterone declines.

The FDA also requires that manufacturers note possible cardiovascular risks, after studies have found an increased risk of heart attack and stroke in some men taking testosterone.

This change is a controversial one, as some experts have questioned the reliability of the studies. Others say that testosterone does not increase the risk of heart problems and may even be protective.

More details on these changes are available here. 

Many Couples Benefit from Sex Therapy

Are you considering sex therapy and wondering what it's all about?

Sex therapy sounds mysterious, but it's similar to other forms of talk therapy. A sex therapist can help individuals and couples work through many types of issues, including problems with communication, mismatched libidos, and premature ejaculation. They can also help those with gender identity questions and victims of sexual trauma.

In our latest blog post, we answer common questions about sex therapy.  We also describe what a sex therapy session is like and go over how to find a qualified provider.

Please click here for more information. 

Did You Know?

U.S. Veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often develop sexual problems.  Why does this happen?

There might be a connection between melanoma (a type of skin cancer) and sildenafil (the active ingredient in Viagra), but more research is needed. Learn more

Testosterone and Peyronie's Disease

A man's testosterone level doesn't seem to affect the severity of Peyronie's disease (PD), scientists from the University of North Carolina say. 

PD is marked by areas of scar tissue (plaques) that form on the penis. These plaques make the penis less flexible, causing it to bend. 

The researchers collected data from 185 men. Most of the participants were in their mid-50s. Eighty-seven of the men had Peyronie's disease and the rest had erectile dysfunction (ED).

For the men with PD, the researchers analyzed the degree of curve and size of plaques.

They found no significant differences between men with low testosterone and those with normal levels.

For more details on this study, please click here.

 

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