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Can HCG Injections For Testicular Shrinkage Cause Arrhythmia?
I m a 65 year old male in excellent condition (I m an endurance bicyclist). I take a (prescribed) testosterone creme daily. After 3 years of use, I noticed testicular shrinkage. About 6 months ago I was prescribed twice a week HCG injections, which are effective in reversing the shrinkage. However, just lately I have irregular heartbeat. My heart races, it skips a beat now and then, and on a home monitor my pulse will vary wildly up and down (my blood pressure is more stable). My family doctor referred me to a cardiologist who I ll see in 14 days (the earliest appt I could get). The only variable I see is the HCG injections. I m sure there are other variables I don t know about. My question: Could the HCG injections be causing the irregular heartbeat? Should I suspend the injections now, or continue with them until I see the cardiologist and discuss it with him at that time?
Tue, 11 Sep 2018
Hi,
It's very unlikely for HCG to cause arrhythmias. There have been only a few cases regarding parts of HCG causing cardiac arrhythmia, but that is very rare.
I would suggest to continue using these injections until you are the Cardiologist and do mention this to your Cardiologist about your drug history.
In the meanwhile, if you feel any chest pain, dizziness or palpitations, do visit the ER of a nearby hospital to get an ECG done and seen by a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Muhammad Zahir Shah, Internal Medicine Specialist
It's very unlikely for HCG to cause arrhythmias. There have been only a few cases regarding parts of HCG causing cardiac arrhythmia, but that is very rare.
I would suggest to continue using these injections until you are the Cardiologist and do mention this to your Cardiologist about your drug history.
In the meanwhile, if you feel any chest pain, dizziness or palpitations, do visit the ER of a nearby hospital to get an ECG done and seen by a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Muhammad Zahir Shah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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