Facebook Pixel
EmpowHER Guest
Q: 

if i take a testosterone supplement will it raise my blood pressure

By Anonymous January 12, 2018 - 12:32pm
 
Rate This

I have read about testosterone side effects such clitoris enlargement, voice change, and acne with hair. is this true. most important is will it raise your blood pressure as I have high blood pressure. plus I am a diabete take pills: cholesterol medicine. should I avoid taking this stuff?

Add a Comment1 Comments

Guide

Hello. Thank you for posting.

Testosterone can affect blood pressure.  For example, men with high blood pressure may be almost twice as likely to have low testosterone as men with normal blood pressure. On the other hand, too much testosterone can increase blood pressure. Testosterone acts in multiple ways on blood vessels, so this may account for the varying effects.  Why has your doctor recommended it? Is it a low dose?  Does he or she think the benefits outweigh the risks?  Your doctor can help you decide.

Helena

January 12, 2018 - 4:06pm
Image CAPTCHA
Enter the characters shown in the image.
By submitting this form, you agree to EmpowHER's terms of service and privacy policy
Add a Comment

All user-generated information on this site is the opinion of its author only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. Members and guests are responsible for their own posts and the potential consequences of those posts detailed in our Terms of Service.

Tags:

Menopause

Get Email Updates

Menopause Guide

Have a question? We're here to help. Ask the Community.

ASK

Health Newsletter

Receive the latest and greatest in women's health and wellness from EmpowHER - for free!