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Can i use small amount of androgel to trriger facial hair growth (have sparse sideburns currently) though all endocrine tests normal? 19 yr & bmi 35
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No: There is no need or reason to use any form of Testosterone if your labs are normal. Using Androgel or other replacement therapy will not trigger facial hair growth but rather only increase your risk of side effects & complications eg heart disease, stroke, (scalp) hair loss, oily skin, acne, prostate enlargement, change in mood for worse, etc. It's not worth risk. Focus on eating right & exercise
Answered 12/3/2014
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No No No: Hi, if your lab findings are normal and ur Testosterone level is normal, there is no indication to take hormone as that increases the risk of Stroke, cancer and lots of other side effects.
Answered 1/3/2016
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