Post by Lαrα on Jul 21, 2015 4:01:05 GMT -8
I have heard of this but thought it was mostly for issues directly related to issues within the body that cause hormone in-balance. It was interesting to read that hormone replacement is sometimes given in the case of Spinal Cord Injury related issues.
There are physical changes that occur within the body after injury and there becomes less lean tissue and more fat, bone density changes which causes concerns of fractures.
Hormone replacement can help deal with some of these issues by helping to increase muscle mass and also helps build up the skeletal muscle size. This in turn will help prevent pressure sores as the skin integrity isnt compromised quite the same.
Another bonus ( or not, depending on the individual) is that it can increase the sex drive!
As with everything, there are side effects to consider
Infertility is an issue so sperm should be banked prior to beginning hormone replacement therapy if you are planning a family at any time.
Gynecomastia or development of the breast can occur. There is an increased risk for breast cancer which men can develop with hormone replacement but a small number of men develop breast cancer even without hormone replacement therapy.
Yes, men can get breast cancer, too, although very rarely
The article that i sourced has lots of great information on the advantages and dis-advantages of male hormone replacement and is written by someone experienced in Spinal Cord Injury .
Take a look, it is worth a read!
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