A study reported in the November 15 issue of JAMA indicates that testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may not be harmful to the prostate as has been previously thought.

Testosterone levels decrease with age and low testosterone can contribute to depression, sexual dysfunction, diminished lean body mass, muscle volume and strength, and reduced bone mineral density.

The new research indicates that testostrone replacement therapy has little effect on the prostate gland. Currently more than 2.3 million prescriptions for TRT are written for men over age 45.

Testosterone replacement therapy appears safe for prostate