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34m was advised by endo that clomid would be a good option for low t (160 ng/dl) to maintain fertility. also have metabolic syndrome with mildly elevated liver enzymes. any risks with taking clomid, particularly liver?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

By UPTODATE: "Clomiphene citrate (CLOMID) has been used off-label to attempt to increase sperm density in men with oligospermia or azoospermia and normal to mildly-low serum testosterone concentrations". Side effects of Clomid include hepatitis and increased liver enzymes.

Answered 9/7/2021

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