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Have High BP, Mitral Valve Damage And Had Kidney Cancer. Can I Safely Take Testosterone Supplement?

Posted on Sat, 19 Oct 2013

Question: I HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, MITRAL VALVE DAMAGE AND HAD KIDNEY CANCER. CAN I SAFLEY TAKE A TESTOSTORNE SUPPLEMENT? I AM LOOKING AT THE ENERGY BOOST AND BELLY FAT WIEGHT LOSS I HAVE READ ABOUT

Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Not recommedned

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Testosterone supplements are known to increase the risk of heart disease, with you possessing a damaged Mitral valve I would consider it not safe.

Also it can cause urination obstruction by stimulating prostate growth and lead to back pressure which can affect the already diseased kidneys in you.

Overall I would not recommend testosterone supplements in you. Do discuss the same with your treating doctor.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Raju A.T (15 hours later)

GIVEN THE SAME CONDITIONS, WOULD I BE SAFE TAKING COQ10 SUPPLEMENT TO HELP WITH FATIGUE ISSUES, AND IN WHAT DOSAGE?

Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, not more than 100mg

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for writing back.

Yes, you can take CO Q supplements. Considering the risk you, have dosage not more than 100mg per day would be safe.

Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar