06/16/2026
Does testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) increase prostate cancer risk?
One of the biggest misconceptions in menโs health and hormone optimization is the belief that testosterone therapy automatically causes prostate cancer.
The current evidence does NOT show that appropriately prescribed and medically monitored testosterone replacement therapy increases prostate cancer risk. For decades, the relationship between testosterone and prostate cancer has been misunderstood, but research continues to support a more nuanced approach.
TRT is about restoring testosterone levels when clinically appropriate.. NOT using excessive doses or treating without proper evaluation.
Safe testosterone optimization includes:
โ๏ธComprehensive hormone and health evaluation
โ๏ธReviewing symptoms and lab results together
โ๏ธMonitoring testosterone levels, PSA, and overall health markers
โ๏ธIndividualized treatment plans and ongoing follow-up
Healthy testosterone levels are an important part of menโs wellness, metabolic health, muscle preservation, bone health, energy, sexual health, and healthy aging.
Menโs health is moving beyond myths and outdated beliefs toward personalized, evidence-based longevity care.
Your hormones are part of the bigger picture. Letโs optimize the whole you!
Reference: Harvard Health Publishing โ โAppropriate use of testosterone therapy does not appear to raise prostate cancer risk.โ