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I'm 18 and have experienced testicular atrophy through abuse of testosterone sustanon. can the atrophy be reversed? i took only one shot- 1 cc 400mg

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Takes months to: Reverse. Chronic use will cause infertility!

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/24/2017

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