Acne

Treatments for testosterone-related acne

Optimizing Fat Loss and Muscle Preservation: Tirzepatide + Oxandrolone + TRT + Protein & Exercise

Jul 19

This article outlines a comprehensive strategy for optimizing fat loss and muscle preservation, primarily discussed within the context of an online forum dedicated to men's health, ExcelMale.com. The core of the strategy involves a multi-faceted...

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How DHT and Androgens Drive Acne Formation

Apr 06

Androgens are a key factor in acne pathogenesis. Lawrence Green, MD, FAAD discusses how hormones help drive the skin disease. How DHT and Androgens Drive Acne Formation Androgens are integrally associated with acne development. Acne...

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Treatment resistant acne

Feb 13

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Hi, Just looking for a second opinion on the cystic acne I’ve been dealing with and a plan to re-introduce testosterone. The back ground is a little long but pertinent, I think. Back in May I started a course of prednisone for an ulcerative...

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Itching on Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Jan 25

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I've got a call in with my endo, but I figured I'd pick some brains here as well. About a month into TRT (100mg Test Enanthate per week), I started itching. No rash. No specific location. Just general itching. It'll be my earlobe one moment, my...

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Laboratory Testing for Patients Taking Isotretinoin for Acne

Dec 22

With a recent publication assessing the frequency of lab monitoring for patients with acne being treated with isotretinoin, AARS President Elect Jonathan Weiss, MD, FAAD, weighs in on the latest expert thinking. He also compares the current...

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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

Understanding Your Hormones

Estradiol (E2)

A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

DHT

Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

Free Testosterone

The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038