Could AF be caused by low testosterone levels?
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- In this video, I discuss some really interesting new research linking the development of AF with low testosterone levels in men above the age of 45 years. My name is sanjay Gupta and I am a cardiologist and i can be contacted via www.yorkcardiology.co.uk or on facebook at yorkcardiology1
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My numbers were low 185. Started TRT two years ago. I can't believe the difference in how I feel: physically, emotionally... mental fog has been lifted... aches and pains are gone. Life is once again good. I get tested every 6 months for testosterone level (which is around 600), psa, hemocrit and hemoglobin. I am starting to wonder if my estridiol numbers are going up. So in April, I'm going have him check on those.
Jon Lanier what were your “free testosterone levels “
I have an overall testosterone level of 500. My free testosterone level is what’s low 6.5
I qualify for treatment.
Your grandfathers were on average 900-1000
@@originalman3843 That's because they earned it. They were constantly working, moving, competing and socializing irl. No sitting on the phone ever.
Thank you for another great video Sanjay. I was completely unfamiliar with the testosterone/AF connection and will definitely bring it up with my Dr.
44 yo male; low t; started TRT and incidents of paroxysmal AF have decreased markedly; also working on some other things to control my AF; but this has been the most noticeable change
Thank you for your expertise and time Doc, you are my #1 UA-cam channel. Battling Afib, Sotalol got me in SR but wreaked havoc with my COPD and Asthma. Scheduled for 2nd ablation the 17th this month. You rock Doc! 66 yr old fan in Michigan
I’ve had heart palpitations for 7+ years-every single day for 7 years. I’ve had all the gold standard tests. My cardiologist said my palpitations are benign. I started taking testosterone gel 5 months ago and they stopped 99%. But I think my testosterone is still a little low cuz I am taking the weakest strength, and after time, synthetic testosterone lowers your natural testosterone, bringing you back to low ish. Anyway, I use to get hundreds or thousands of palps per week. Now I have 1 or none and it was because of the testosterone. Also, I’ve heard insulin resistance can cause things like electrolyte imbalance. And electrolyte imbalances “supposedly” cause palps. I don’t know if I am insulin resistant. But I’ve read that testosterone improves insulin resistant up to 30%. At this point, I’m terrified to stop the testosterone…can I take it forever?
CROM how are your palps now? Are you still on TRT?
Are you able to use a bio identical testosterone replacement therapy?
Use fenugreek instead! Just a capsule or two a day of the powder will replace your T without the side effects/long term effects.
Your post and comment was most needed and may have saved my life... I have had palpitations on and off for 10 years... Recently, about six month ago (Feb2020) they have become daily and much worse... I have actually been to the emergency room (ER) 5 times in a six month period for them, however once the EKG is normal the ER doctors are done dealing with you... Now, after watching this video and reading your comment, I am sure that my very low testosterone and super low PSA levels over 10 years, is a major concern and connected to these palpitations... Many years ago, an Endocrinologist asked if I wanted to start TRT, but I declined because I heard there was a possible link to blood clots.. Gonna give it a try soonest... Hopefully, I can get my life back... I'm only 46yr and just retired from the US NAVY after 27yrs of service... I've got lots of living to do... Thanks... 8/20/2020
@@bosnjonzee I am more sure than ever that Testosterone is linked to my palpitations. I am not saying it is the cause of them, but for me, it IS my remedy. It could be a combination of factors that trigger palpitations e.g., insulin resistance in conjunction with low testosterone, poor thyroid function, low SHBG, too much stress, too much sugar etc. But testosterone has stopped my palpitations.
If you decided to take testosterone-don’t take gels. Get the injectable version because it is more stable in blood. Plus you can use an insulin syringe and inject subcutaneous in the belly-doesn’t hurt. I inject about 35mg 3x per week (105mg per week). TRT gels are too weak. They will work for a few months but eventually it will suppress what little natural testosterone you make, brining you back down to low testosterone level. Injectable versions have a longer half-life and easier to adjust dosage.
Other medications can trigger palpitations. I go to a TRT clinic. They suggest I take anastrozole (anti-estrogen) to prevent too much testosterone from converting into estrogen. But anastrozole isn’t needed if you’re taking normal testosterone dosages. A normal dosage should get your Free Testosterone near upper limit of clinical range, or just slightly over. Anyway, anastrozole can or will trigger palpitations if you take too much. Lowering your estrogen has been directly linked to heart palpitations.
Thyroid medication can also trigger palpitations. Which is another drug these TRT doctors often try and push on you, especially T3 thyroid hormone. T3 is notorious for causing palpitations.
If you take testosterone you need to monitor your testosterone level in the beginning via bloodwork. Don’t focus on your Total Testosterone level. It is the Free Testosterone level that matters. If you have very low or clinically low SHBG then you should inject more frequently. If your SHBG is low, whatever you inject will only be active in the blood for a short time, so frequent injections work best. That is why I inject 3 times per week.
What are the long-term side effects of testosterone? I don’t know. But my opinion is that food is far more deadly. Focus on consuming no more than 2200 calories per day coming from eggs, fruits, nuts, fish and vegetables. And exercise.
Is there a way to protect the heart during testosterone replacement therapy? I have read that exogenous testosterone affects cholesterol levels, lowering HDL while increasing LDL
I started TRT about 2 years ago. My cholesterol went down. Last check was in January all normal with a total of 114.
Cholesterol isn't what you should be concerned about. What matters is your heart size, function, blood thickness, blood pressure and blood calcium score. These are what kill you.
Thanks Doc,, your videos are great I share them.
Well done. Your videos are very helpful
Great video! I've watched your channel for some time and found your videos insightful and reassuring.
thank you!
I started TRT and suddenly my afib went to 65% of the time according to my cardiologist. What the hell?
Tobias, Did your Afib increase to 65% or decrease to 65%?
@@freddidden6073 Increase!
If your not already on testogel, try it. I'm on one sachet a day. I used to be on 2 weekly injections. My point is, if you put the daily amount on, your not going to get a huge surge all at once. Having said that, none of its an exact science. Earlier I was laying in bed getting loads of palpitations. I put extra half on and they calmed down a lot. I get loads if to low and loads if to high. Had 24hr monitor. Not heard results yet, but didn't get many, typically, when on. Maybe my mind and stress is giving me more. Wouldn't outrule anything anymore.
@@sp-pz8uc - Thanks - Damn disappointed about all this!
Hi Good sir, do you set up tags for your channel in each video? I've found tags work great.
Thanks for the information. I was taking TRT for a few years but recently had two episodes if Atrial fibrillation, 2 months apart. I want to get back on TRT. Based on your info it seems TRT was not the cause of my AF.
Hello Sanjay, quick question. I started TRT to replace missing T and I’ve been in afib twice since. It’s been different than my normal afib episodes. Almost more gentle afib vs the more violent feeling I get in my chest. I’ve also been able to get out of it much easier. But it seems replacement is giving me some issues. I’m still new on TRT so things are leveled yet but it’s pretty frustrating.
Excellent advice, as always!!
Fascinating video, Sanjay.
do you need a few strokes ? easy. Your heart seems pure and your information is excellent
Magnesium applied topically also helped.
I just got through an AFIB episode and am in atrial flutter. I am a transitioning transgender woman and am on hormone therapy. I and am taking estradiol, spironolactone and finasteride to suppress testosterone. Should I give up on hormone therapy to let the testosterone level increase? Should I take testosterone? What are the inflammation indicators that you mentioned in your broadcast. I want to tell my doctor. Thanks.
What’s the best replacement therapy? Injections, creams or pellets?
Hi Sanjay - I was wondering if you wouldn’t mind commenting on the Coz Maze treatments for AFib?
My AF was corrected with a potassium tablet in the hospital. Never recurred.
Should one have AFIB, moderate, what might be the thoughts on reducing AFIB with testosterone treatment if levels are low?
Don’t do it
@@QuantumOfSolace1why not? Low testosterone levels has been linked to AFIB.
thank you so much
So should we aim to correct testosterone levels via TRT for a 50+ male with paroxysmal AF even if taking bisoprolol?
What is AF ?
Thank you!
How about testosterone for women and AFib
Oh yeah? What does it do?
If I get my Plant+ supplement company going I will contact you and perhaps I will place your videos in a corner of my home page - A blend of East and West medicine is best. Cheers.
Random question, how come you look different on your youtube apart from the media?
thats a totally different doctor with the same name.
What is AF? Is it a UK term for ED.
Hello I have a quick question could this be the same for PVC's? I was a Bodybuilder all through my 20s and during covid time I developed PVC's and had to get off of any testosterone products. For the past year I have been completely crashed and really want to get back on but I am terribly scared of cardiomyopathy or something developing. I just after so long of doing so much down to absolutely nothing I feel like I am feeling horrible.
Did you ever get back on and if so did it solve your PVCs? I have those and just started trt.
Hi Dr Gupta. I am a 69yr old woman with very low testosterone and palpitations does this apply to women too? Also have adrenal insufficiency. Thank you!
My fathers Afib episodes started occuring after he was diagnosed with Prostate cancer and was having treatment of hormone therapy and radiotherapy which basically decreases testosterone levels, his age was 75 at the time and his heart is otehrwise health as per echo and even during AFIB ejection rate is 55% same as outside afib episodes, even thou his episodes gap is decreasing with time he is on Sotalol...so this could possibly be true
I'm a 52 year old woman and have had atrial fibrillation for several years. Would testosterone levels affect me? I'm on 5mg bisoprolol twice a day and also rivaroxaban but still get fibrillation every evening. It's horrible.
Testosterone is a male hormone .. your case u might be low on estrogen female hormone
DR WHAT IS AF
I've had atrail fib 15 years. First started out once a month. And gradually progressed. Now it's every day all day. I am being treated but my testosterone levels is now 106. I have been prescribed injections but have not started yet. I think I might now that I've seen your video.
Did you start your injections and if you did did it help with afib or heart palpitations
@@kevinbuff4684 no,I didn't help. Just raised estrogen levels so I stopped.
You are left handed and play Guitar I see.....
You are not audible.. Please talk loudly.
you are laier doctor! cuz you always have confusing thoughts you are driving me crazy how come you said before that if we have normal size of the left Atrium of the heart it's very very unlikely to have atrial fibrillation so why you just talk and talk to just make new videos?! if you say something make sure that the something you are saying is true and nothing will just come and confuse us
Your grammar is terrible!