The U.S. Military Is Testing Testosterone... Here's Why

With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon In this episode, Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler discuss the latest evidence on testosterone's role in prostate health and the debate surrounding military testosterone screening, including its potential benefits, risks, and growing political controversy. 00:00 – Welcome and Setup – The doctors introduce the episode with a listener question about BPH and testosterone. 00:16 – BPH and Testosterone Myth – They explain why higher testosterone is not the cause of an enlarged prostate. 02:16 – What the Evidence Shows – The latest research shows testosterone therapy does not worsen BPH symptoms. 03:50 – Could Low T Affect BPH – They discuss whether low testosterone could influence prostate health and what remains unknown. 06:57 – Military Testosterone Screening – The conversation shifts to the proposed military testosterone screening program and its medical implications. 18:20 – Fertility Risks and Wrap Up – They explain testosterone's impact on male fertility and close with the importance of evidence-based care. #testosteronemyths #menshealth #militaryhealthinitiatives