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Men on Androgen Deprivation Therapy May Be More Likely to Get Alzheimer's, Study Says

American researchers have discovered a possible link between androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) - a common treatment for prostate cancer - and Alzheimer's disease. 

Androgens, such as testosterone, are male sex hormones. But they can also promote the growth of prostate cancer cells. ADT aims to lower the androgen levels in a man's body. 

In a recent study, however, scientists found that participants who received ADT had higher rates of Alzheimer's diagnoses than men who did not undergo ADT. Also, the longer men were on ADT, the greater their risk for Alzheimer's. 

The results to do not mean that ADT causes Alzheimer's.  There is still more research to be done. 

Learn more about this study here. 

The Path from Disease to Erectile Dysfunction

You might know that certain medical conditions, like heart disease and diabetes, are linked to erectile dysfunction (ED).  But have you ever wondered just how a factors like hardening of the arteries or low blood sugar can affect the penis? 

We tackle this question in our latest blog post, where we focus on diseases that affect the heart, blood vessels, and metabolism (your body's ability to convert food into energy). You'll learn how these conditions can interfere with blood flow to the penis and cause nerve damage that impairs important signaling between the brain and penis. 

Ready to read more?  Just click here!

Did You Know?

Monkeys and Flibanserin

A study of marmoset monkeys gives us some clues on how flibanserin works in a woman's brain. 

Approved in the U.S. last year, flibanserin is a drug designed to treat hypoactive sexual desire disorder - low libido in women that can't be explained by a medical issue.

Find out what scientists have discovered. 

Testosterone Replacement Therapy and Prostate Problems

Some men with low testosterone find that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - given under a doctor's care - can relieve symptoms like low libido, fatigue, and depression. 

However, there have been some concerns that TRT might be connected to prostate enlargement and urinary symptoms.

But there could be some good news. A review of past research suggests that TRT is not linked to lower urinary tract symptoms or prostate growth. Get the details here. 

 

 

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