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How do opioids affect testosterone levels?: Understanding OPIAD

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According to research, up to 70% of men on chronic opioid therapy experience opioid-induced androgen deficiency (OPIAD), a condition characterized by low testosterone. This occurs because opioids interfere with the body's natural hormone production system, a significant but often overlooked side effect of long-term use.