Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has become a common treatment for men experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, a condition medically known as hypogonadism
Benefits versus risks (side effects, long-term use)
Considering the fact that teduglutide targets barrier function of the gut and available IBD therapies target mainly immune and inflammatory pathways, new studies should focus on determination whether administration of teduglutide would allow to decrease a dose of corticosteroids or biologics in IBD patients (Blonski et al
For this reason, the .75 mg injection is typically viewed as a transitional dose during titration rather than a target maintenance dose
It is by no means a miracle cure, but has shown promising outcomes, and I find that one simple exercise, with progressions, is enough to improve symptoms with the patients I see in clinic