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Possible Adverse Effects of Androgen Deprivation Therapy
| Metabolic effects | Hyperlipidemia. insulin resistance and diabetes, osteoporosis, increased risk of fracture and anemia |
| Physical changes | Increased fat mass, decreased muscle mass, loss of body hair, gynecomastia and hot flashes |
| Mental changes | Decreased cognition and emotional changes |
| Sexual effects | Decreased libido and erectile dysfunction |
