Does Prostatectomy Cause Low Testosterone?

The serum level of testosterone (Te) may affect sexual function in males treated by radical prostatectomy (RP) for clinically localized prostate cancer (PCa) (3).

Can a man take testosterone after prostate removal?

May 22, 2012 (Atlanta, Georgia) — Testosterone replacement therapy is safe in men with hypogonadism after radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer bearing high-risk characteristics, according to findings from a retrospective review.

What happens to testosterone after prostatectomy?

This study demonstrated a significant decrease in serum testosterone level after radical prostatectomy in prostate cancer patients. High-grade pathology was the only factor that was significantly associated with postoperative serum testosterone reduction.