Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (From the book Testosterone: A Mans Guide, amazon.com) Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) (not to be confused with human growth hormone, or HGH) is a glycoprotein hormone that mimics LH (luteinizing hormone)...
In this conversation, Nelson Vergel and Shaun Noorian discuss the various options available for men's hormonal treatments, focusing on hormone replacement therapy, the role of compounding pharmacies, and the importance of personalized medicine...
In the realm of reproductive health, one of the most challenging puzzles has been how to balance the benefits of testosterone therapy with the desire to maintain or restore fertility in men. A recent study published in The Journal of Sexual...
"Beyond Testosterone" is a comprehensive 427-page guide authored by Nelson Vergel, a seasoned expert in the realm of hormone therapy. With a vibrant full-color layout and extensive illustrations, this book stands as an essential resource for both...
Have you ever experienced sudden testicular pain or swelling and wondered what might be causing it? It could be epididymitis, a condition that can lead to serious complications if left untreated. In this video, Dr. med. Dr. phil. Stefan Buntrock...
I'm at my wits end trying to refill my HCG. I have a prescription from my local GP. He used to send the prescription to Empower but, as we all know, they no longer sell it. Here's what I've tried so far: Local Walmart pharmacy: Insists that...
The study titled "Efficacy of 500 IU HP-hCG in the Management of Testosterone Deficient Secondary Male Hypogonadism," conducted by researchers at Chirayu Medical College and Hospital in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness...
Maybe I'm overthinking this, but my current protocol calls for three days a week injections of testosterone and HCG (on same day). I've been injecting both separately sub q. How can I most easily combine them into one syringe to cut down on the...
Introduction Two primary functions of mature male testis are spermatogenesis and androgen production. Both these functions are under the control of the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular (HPT) axis. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) secreted...
https://academic.oup.com/jsm/article-abstract/21/7/582/7699977 It is 2024. Direct-to-consumer testosterone replacement therapy advertisements on social media are pervasive. Academic and private practice men’s health centers are abundant. At...
I. BACKGROUND Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone produced by the syncytiotrophoblast cells of the human placenta and gonads. hCG interacts with the luteinizing hormone/choriogonadotropin receptor (LHCGR) (also known as...
12:12-21:46 Here is a summary of the "UROwebinar: Male infertility An updated work up" by the European School of Urology in 10 bullet points: Introduction to Webinar: The webinar, led by Mary Dinkan, covers the latest advancements in...