Testosterone, Polycythemia & Hematocrit

Erythrocytosis, phlebotomy, and the evidence behind hematocrit monitoring during TRT.

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Does testosterone therapy increase hematocrit and

Does testosterone therapy increase hematocrit and polycythemia risk?

Testosterone therapy commonly raises hematocrit; polycythemia is a recognized adverse effect requiring dose adjustment, formulation changes, or phlebotomy when thresholds are exceeded.

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