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Primary Dr Just Said Testosterone Therapy Will Make My HS Worse. Has Any Male Heard This?

A myHSteam Member asked a question 💭
Northfield, MN
July 9
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A myHSteam Member

It worsened mine beyond any doubt and gave me new acne like I was entering puberty again 8!.

July 17
A myHSteam Member

I am on BHRT as I went through early menopause. My doctor recently decreased my estrogen. To much estrogen can put women at a higher risk of breast cancer. She said it wasn’t the cause of my HS getting worse afterwards but it seemed awfully coincidental. I wondered if the higher ratio of estrogen to testosterone caused the uptick.

July 16
A myHSteam Member

Following this one, as Im Low T, and about to get treatment for it
The HS has been bad for a while now

July 9
A myHSteam Member

Some evidence indicates that hormonal imbalances causing an increase in androgens, such as testosterone, can trigger hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Hormonal treatments, including antiandrogen therapy, are sometimes used to manage HS symptoms. If your doctor mentioned that testosterone therapy could worsen your HS, it aligns Show Full Answer

Some evidence indicates that hormonal imbalances causing an increase in androgens, such as testosterone, can trigger hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Hormonal treatments, including antiandrogen therapy, are sometimes used to manage HS symptoms. If your doctor mentioned that testosterone therapy could worsen your HS, it aligns with the understanding that increased androgens may exacerbate the condition. Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

July 9
A myHSteam Member

I guess I don’t understand it because I have low testosterone n have HS so…..,,

July 9

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