Effect | Onset | Maximum |
Redistribution of body fat | 3 to 6 months | 2 to 3 years |
Decrease in muscle mass and strength | 3 to 6 months | 1 to 2 years |
Softening of skin/decreased oiliness | 3 to 6 months | Unknown |
Decreased sexual desire | 1 to 3 months | 3 to 6 months |
Decreased spontaneous erections | 1 to 3 months | 3 to 6 months |
Male sexual dysfunction | Variable | Variable |
Breast growth | 3 to 6 months | 2 to 3 years |
Decreased testicular volume | 3 to 6 months | 2 to 3 years |
Decreased sperm production | Unknown | >3 years |
Decreased terminal hair growth | 6 to 12 months | >3 years* |
Scalp hair | Variable | —¶ |
Voice changes | None | —Δ |
* Complete removal of male sexual hair requires electrolysis or laser treatment or both.
¶ Familial scalp hair loss may occur if estrogens are stopped.
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