Author Question: Patients who are prescribed exogenous androgens need to be warned that decreased libido: 1. Is an ... (Read 36 times)

geoffrey · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Patients who are prescribed exogenous androgens need to be warned that decreased libido:

1. Is an unusual side effect of androgens and should be reported to the provider
2. Is treated with increased doses of androgens, so the patient should let the provider know if he is having problems
3. May be a sign of early prostate cancer and he should make an appointment for a prostate screening exam
4. May occur with androgen therapy

Question 2

Absolute contraindications to estrogen therapy include:

1. History of any type of cancer
2. Clotting disorders
3. History of tension headaches
4. Orthostatic hypotension