Role of intestinal testosterone-degrading bacteria and 3/17β-HSD in the pathogenesis of testosterone deficiency-induced hyperlipidemia in males [PDF]
npj Biofilms and MicrobiomesTestosterone deficiency can cause abnormal lipid metabolism in men, leading to hyperlipidemia. We identified the testosterone-degrading bacterium Pseudomonas nitroreducens in the fecal samples of male patients with hyperlipidemia.
Jun Tao +9 more
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Association between the oxidative balance score and testosterone deficiency in males: a cross-sectional study [PDF]
Frontiers in NutritionBackgroundTestosterone deficiency is a prevalent condition among males and warrants greater attention. The balance between oxidative and antioxidant capacity plays a critical role in testosterone deficiency.MethodsThis study conducted a secondary ...
Ze Zhuge +4 more
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Unmasking Masculinity: Biological, Behavioral, and Social Determinants of Testosterone Deficiency in U.S. Men, 2011–2023 [PDF]
American Journal of Men's HealthTestosterone deficiency in men is often attributed to aging or biology, yet hormone levels also reflect social determinants of health (SoDH) and masculinity-related stressors.
Andrew J. Goulian +2 more
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Correlation between pan immune inflammation value and testosterone deficiency risk increase [PDF]
Scientific ReportsTestosterone deficiency seriously affects male reproductive function, growth and development, and quality of life. There is a certain association between inflammation and testosterone. PIV, a novel immune-inflammatory biomarker, has emerged.
Ling Tong, Gang Chen
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Testosterone Deficiency Associated with Poor Glycemic Control in Korean Male Diabetics [PDF]
Endocrinology and Metabolism, 2014 BackgroundRecent studies have shown that men with diabetes have lower testosterone levels than healthy men. However, studies on the correlation between testosterone and diabetes are rare in Korea.
Joo-Sung Kim +4 more
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Medicina, 2020 Background and Objectives: Abnormal concentrations of bioelements (magnesium, manganese, chromium, copper, zinc) have been associated with physical and emotional dysfunctions, including depression.
Iwona Rotter +7 more
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Association between the weight-adjusted-waist index and testosterone deficiency in adult males: a cross-sectional study [PDF]
Scientific ReportsTestosterone deficiency has been recognized as a significant health concern and is closely related to obesity. The weight-adjusted-waist index (WWI) is an innovative adiposity parameter that is superior to BMI in certain aspects, but its relationship ...
Peiqing Wang +9 more
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Mechanistic insights into targeting APLN/APJ for ameliorating testosterone deficiency and reproductive disorders in diabetic mice [PDF]
Cell Communication and SignalingType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is frequently associated with testosterone deficiency, which affects male reproductive function. Currently, exogenous testosterone replacement therapy poses inherent risks, underscoring the need to develop safer and more ...
Ke Song +10 more
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Association between life’s essential 8 and testosterone deficiency in men: NHANES 2011–2016 [PDF]
Frontiers in EndocrinologyBackgroundSerum testosterone is intrinsically associated to cardiovascular disease. Our aim is to explore the relationship between the recently updated cardiovascular health measurement, known as Life’s Essential 8 (LE8), and the prevalence of ...
Min Cai, Jinzao Chen
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Scientific Reports, 2021 Low serum bilirubin levels have been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and metabolic syndrome. Testosterone deficiency could also contribute to increased risk of CVD and metabolic syndrome.
Hye-Min Park +3 more
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