Testosterone 101: Why Normal Labs Don't Tell the Whole Story

With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about how major weight loss can affect testosterone levels, why free testosterone may matter more than total testosterone in some men, and the latest research on simple ways to help men last longer in bed. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Ace The doctors welcome their special cat guest, Ace, before diving into listener questions and the latest sexual health research. 00:58 Listener Question: Low Free T A listener asks why he still has low libido and mood symptoms despite a normal total testosterone level after major weight loss. 02:05 Weight Loss & SHBG Explained Dr. Morgentaler explains how significant weight loss can raise testosterone while also increasing SHBG, which may leave free testosterone too low. 05:26 Treatment Options: TRT vs Enclomiphene The doctors compare testosterone replacement therapy and enclomiphene, discussing the pros, cons, and limitations of each approach. 09:36 Study: Benzocaine Condoms A new study shows how over-the-counter benzocaine condoms may help men last longer and improve control during sex. 16:41 Other PE Tools and Wrap Up The conversation covers additional options for premature ejaculation, including sprays, medications, breathing techniques, and training methods. #testosteronemanagement #prematureejaculationsolutions #sexualhealthresearch