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Experts Warn Against 'T-Maxxing' Testosterone Trends

Experts Warn Against 'T-Maxxing' Testosterone Trends

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THE BRIEF
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Medical experts are warning young men against the social media trend 'T-maxxing,' which involves using unprescribed testosterone to optimize muscle and mood.

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Urologist Philip Werthman noted that using testosterone therapy without a medical diagnosis like hypogonadism can lead to infertility, azoospermia, and breast enlargement.

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Psychologist Rachel Goldman stated that the trend appeals to young men facing body image issues, as algorithms often intensify insecurities by promoting performance-enhancing hormones.