Testosterone – Action, Deficiency, Substitution (2004) E. Nieschlag

Description

This book provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date source of information on testosterone and other androgens, and their role in human physiology and pathology. It covers biosynthesis and mechanisms of action and reviews their effects on brain and behaviour, spermatogenesis, hair growth, bones, muscles, erythropoiesis, the cardiovascular system and lipids, erection, and the prostate. Therapeutic uses of testosterone preparations are carefully evaluated, including use in women, the aging male, and its abuse and detection in sport. The book reviews applications in male contraception, the role of 5­-reductase inhibitors and the controversial use of DHEA.