London, Jan 30, 2026 (AFP) - Social media fuels surge in UK men seeking testosterone jabs

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Social media claims by clinics promoting testosterone treatment for men to improve their physique and mood are driving large numbers to pay for unnecessary medication that can have serious side effects, doctors say. Men's hormone levels can fluctuate for lifestyle reasons but many are being prescribed testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) without medical need despite the health risks, doctors in the UK and Australia told AFP. Promotional campai......

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