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Obesity has a complex effect on testosterone production and metabolism. Chronic inflammation and hormones associated with obesity cause dysfunction of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, leading to reduced testosterone production. Studies have demonstrated that blood testosterone levels decrease in obese men, suggesting a reciprocal interaction between decreased testosterone and obesity. Additionally, decreased testosterone levels are closely associated with aging. The natural decline in testosterone levels with age can lead to visceral obesity, thus increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and other chronic metabolic diseases. In many countries, the population is aging, and the importance of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for aging men with low testosterone is increasing. Recent studies have expanded our understanding of TRT, highlighting its potential benefits in obese individuals, its interaction with gut microbiota, and the influence of racial differences and genetic polymorphisms on treatment efficacy. 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