Medical Information

During the period of taking testosterone undecylate, some men may experience acne, weight gain, and worsening sleep apnea. Scientific management of these side effects is the key to safe medication.

1. Acne management

Strengthen skin cleansing: Use gentle cleansing products twice a day to avoid excessive rubbing.

Choose non acne skin care products: lotion marked with "oil-free" or "non acne" is preferred.

Avoid physical stimulation: reduce squeezing acne, use a sharp blade and soothing lotion when shaving.

Medical intervention: If routine care is ineffective, dermatologists can prescribe topical tretinoin or antibiotic ointment.

2. Weight gain control

Adjust dietary structure: increase vegetables and high-quality protein, reduce refined sugar and saturated fat, and control total calories.

Regular aerobic exercise: at least 150 minutes of brisk walking, jogging, or swimming per week, combined with resistance training twice a week to increase muscle mass.

Regular monitoring: Weigh at a fixed time every month, record changes in waist circumference, and adjust lifestyle in a timely manner.

3. Coping with sleep apnea

Side sleeping: Use a position mat or pajamas to sew a tennis ball behind to help maintain a side sleeping position and reduce airway collapse.

Avoid sedatives: abstain from alcohol within 4 hours before bedtime and do not use benzodiazepine sedatives.

Use CPAP ventilator: Diagnosed patients should adhere to positive pressure ventilation at night and regularly clean the mask and tubing.

Timely specialist follow-up: If snoring worsens or daytime sleepiness is significant, a polysomnography assessment should be performed as soon as possible.

4. Warning signals for immediate medical attention

When severe headaches, sudden drops in vision, lower limb swelling, or difficulty breathing occur, medication should be stopped immediately and medical attention should be sought to rule out emergencies such as thrombosis or elevated intracranial pressure.