Men's Health

Switching Men on TRT to Subcutaneous Testosterone Cypionate Injections

Oct 18

* Use of non-proprietary testosterone cypionate as TRT results in an elevation in serum testosterone with favorable side effect profiles and overall patient satisfaction. Who knew, LOL! * Lastly, a cost analysis using the average available...

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What is a Normal Ejaculate Volume? Data from 60,823 Men

Oct 17

* Of 60,823 individuals, the mean ejaculated seminal volume was 3.4 ml, with median volume 3.1 ml, interquartile range 2.2, 4.3 ml, max 14.5 ml, and standard deviation 1.7 ml (Fig. 1A). The ejaculate volume distribution is skewed right, with some...

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A New Frontier in Diagnosing Low Testosterone: The CAG Repeat Game-Changer

Oct 17

Imagine going to your doctor, complaining of fatigue, low libido, and mood swings, only to be told your testosterone levels are "normal." Frustrating, right? Well, a groundbreaking study from the University of Sheffield and Barnsley Hospital...

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ABSORPTION OF TESTOSTERONE CREAM VIA SCROTAL DELIVERY (2018)

Oct 15

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ABSTRACT Transdermal testosterone has been used for years to treat patients with low testosterone symptoms. Clinically, we have monitored patients to evaluate results of testosterone absorption via blood serum concentrations. The data on...

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Erectile dysfunction due to cavernovenous leakage; Treatment Options

Oct 12

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Understanding Venous Leakage: A Critical Cause of Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects millions of men globally, causing not only physical but also psychological distress. While ED is a condition that can arise from various...

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Erectile dysfunction - What Is Penile Venous Leakage?

Oct 11

* a normal erection is mediated by three factors, adequate arteries, adequate venous system and an adequate set of nerves Venous leak - the inability to trap blood in the penis 2 clinical tip offs to the presence of venous leak - I've had...

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Depression and Testosterone

Oct 11

Depression and Testosterone: Unraveling the Complex Relationship Lecture By Dr. Mohit Khera Depression is a pervasive mental health condition affecting millions globally, with its interplay with physiological factors like testosterone levels...

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“Weighing In” on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for People With HIV

Oct 10

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Presenter: Suman Srinivasa, MD, MS The IAS–USA Annual Update on HIV Management in Chicago, Illinois May 16, 2024 Harnessing GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Management in HIV Patients: Insights from Dr. Suman Shrinivasa In a highly...

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Weight Loss Could Be Key to Male Infertility: What the Research Says

Oct 03

Weight Loss Could Be Key to Male Infertility: What the Research Says There's some exciting news for men struggling with infertility and obesity—losing weight could make a big difference. For the first time, research shows that shedding extra...

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Optimizing Gynecomastia Correction Surgery

Oct 02

Abstract Background Tumescent local anesthesia (TLA) involves infusing a saline solution containing lidocaine and epinephrine into tissues to achieve localized anesthesia and vasoconstriction. While liposuction under general anesthesia remains...

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A Review on Testosterone: Estradiol Ratio—Does It Matter, How Do You Measure It, and Can You Optimize It?

Sep 30

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There is a natural balance between the major sex steroids, testosterone and estradiol, controlled by gonadal secretion and peripheral conversion by aromatase. This balance is impacted by a variety of inborn and acquired conditions, and, more...

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Enclomiphene versus clomiphene study results

Sep 30

Among 66 patients, enclomiphene exhibited a median testosterone increase of 166 (vs. 98 ng/dL, P=0.20) with lower estradiol change than clomiphene (–5.92 vs. 17.50 pg/mL, P=0.001). Adverse effects were statistically significantly less frequent...

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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