Which substance accelerates testosterone metabolism and, over time, can lead to increased levels of estrogens?
a. alcohol c. cocaine
b. amphetamines d. tobacco
A
Alcohol use impairs gonadotropin release and accelerates testosterone metabolism, causing impotence and loss of libido; large doses can acutely depress the sexual reflexes; chronic alcoholism causes high levels of circulating estrogens, which suppress libido. Amphetamines increase libido, can delay orgasm in moderate users, and can result in impotence for chronic users. Cocaine increases sexual excitability, and can result in priapism and eventually impotence. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of atherosclerotic disease, which can decrease penile blood flow.
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