Different drugs have different side effects, so it is important to discuss the possible effects with your doctor before you start treatment. Being warned about possible side effects can make them easier to cope with at the time. They have more information about how drugs work and give tips on coping with possible side effects. To reduce the risk of side effects, it may be possible to give the hormonal therapy for a few months and then stop for a period, before restarting it sometime later. This is known as intermittent therapy.
Subcapsular orchidectomy is a simple operation.
The scrotum will be smaller than before. The operation can be done as a day patient under local anaesthetic. If a general anaesthetic is used you may need to stay in hospital for two to three days. Sometimes both testicles are completely removed. Many men find the idea of this operation very distressing and feel that it makes them less of a man.