Hormone Replacement for Men: Pros, Cons

Courtesy WebMD Health  Wed, 06/18/2008 - 00:00

Testosterone replacement therapy can help older men deficient in the hormone reduce their risks of heart disease, diabetes and death, researchers say.

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