Androgen deprivation therapy in men with prostate cancer: how should the side effects b... - 0 views
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Nathan Goodyear on 04 Feb 14Androgen deprivation therapy in men has been shown to worsen insulin resistance and precipitate type II Diabetes as well as stimulate weight gain. This suggests a cause effect relationship between Testosterone and insulin sensitivity. Other studies have pointed to a reciprocal decline in Testosterone due to hyperglycemia--both acute and chronic. Androgen deprivation has a significant long list of cardiovascular risks and this should be discussed with the patient.