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Huberman says testosterone therapy can suppress sperm count without hCG

Huberman Lab · Your Top Health Questions Answered · July 27, 2026
Huberman says testosterone therapy can suppress sperm count without hCG
Huberman Lab
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Your Top Health Questions Answered
"If you take exogenous testosterone, even a little bit, even if you're quote unquote micro doing it, so less than 100 milligrams per week or so, it will negatively impact your sperm count. It will negatively impact your sperm count."
Andrew Huberman says exogenous testosterone used in testosterone replacement therapy can reduce sperm count through endocrine feedback mechanisms. He adds that some clinicians pair TRT with hCG to help offset suppression and says men should discuss fertility goals with a doctor, including sperm banking.
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