Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Increased Hemoglobin Mass While On Testosterone Therapy?
Question: Can testosterone injections result in high red blood count ? 17.2 level
Brief Answer:
Yes, this is a common side effect!
Detailed Answer:
HI,
Increased hemoglobin mass is a well known side effect of testosterone. If this is coupled with sleep apnea, both conditions are prone to cause increased red cell mass. Sleep apnea does so becaue the body perceives poor oxygen supply and stimulates the cells producing red cells to produce more though the main problem is the sleep apnea and not shortage of red cells.
I hope this answers your query fully. I wish you well and always available for more exchanges is need be.
Kind regards!
Yes, this is a common side effect!
Detailed Answer:
HI,
Increased hemoglobin mass is a well known side effect of testosterone. If this is coupled with sleep apnea, both conditions are prone to cause increased red cell mass. Sleep apnea does so becaue the body perceives poor oxygen supply and stimulates the cells producing red cells to produce more though the main problem is the sleep apnea and not shortage of red cells.
I hope this answers your query fully. I wish you well and always available for more exchanges is need be.
Kind regards!
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
