Men's Health

What Every Man Needs to Know | Testosterone 101

May 17

Testosterone is a key hormone for men's health, but what happens when levels drop? In this episode, Dr. Alex Tatem and KG break down everything you need to know about testosterone—what it is, signs of deficiency, when to get tested, and the best...

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Does creatine cause hair loss? : A 12-week randomized controlled trial explains

May 13

Study article link: Does creatine cause hair loss? A 12-week randomized controlled trial - PMC Background and Purpose Creatine is a popular supplement known for enhancing muscle strength and lean mass. Despite its benefits, concerns have...

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Regular testosterone test overestimates hypogonadism in men compared to the LC-MS/MS assay

May 12

* IA compared to LC-MS/MS in hypogonadal men overestimates significantly both the prevalence of biochemical Hy and TRT compensation both for TT and cfT. These results highlight the role of LC-MS/MS and SHBG assessments in every day clinical...

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New Drug Rusfertide: Managing Polycythemia Vera to Reduce Risks and Improve Lives

May 08

Polycythemia vera is a classic myeloproliferative neoplasm and a chronic type of leukemia, which often leads to overproduction of various blood cells. Summary: Managing Polycythemia Vera to Reduce Risks and Improve Lives Polycythemia vera (PV)...

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GLP-1 Medications (Semaglutide, etc.) Decrease Sex Drive

May 07

Study at a Glance Title: “Assessing the Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on Sexual Desire: A Qualitative Review” Authors: H. Quaile & R. Horwitz Journal: Journal of Sexual Medicine — published 1 April 2025 Why This Matters Glucagon-like...

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The FDA Was WRONG About Testosterone? Major Label Update Explained

May 07

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about the FDA finally reversing its stance on testosterone risks, what that means for heart health, and why it’s a big win for science—and for patients. Chapters 00:07 – FDA's New Stance...

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Overcoming Premature Ejaculation

May 06

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In this episode, we discuss premature ejaculation, a problem faced by 30-40% of men at some point in their lives. *But what defines premature ejaculation and, for that matter, what is considered a normal time to ejaculation? *10 minutes? 5...

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Sex toys, wearable devices, and appliances for sexual pleasure

May 03

Wearable sex toys and devices are commonly used by women and men worldwide. In a 2008 representative study of more than 3,000 American women and men ages 18 to 60 found that about 53% of women and nearly half of the men reported lifetime solo or...

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How Your Vitamin D Level Can Boost the Heart Health Benefits of Testosterone Therapy for Men: New Study

Apr 30

Vitamin D Status Shapes the Cardiometabolic Pay-Off of Testosterone Therapy in Late-Onset Hypogonadism Abstract Late-onset hypogonadism (LOH) is common in aging males and is frequently accompanied by features that drive cardiovascular and...

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Ankle swelling after starting testosterone injections

Apr 28

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I got this question from a friend of mine today who started testosterone replacement 3 weeks ago (injections of 100 mg per week): "I've been gaining a lot of weight. Does this mean my estradiol is high? I don't have any nipple soreness or severe...

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Changes in Blood Cells May Explain Why Some Older Men Had Cardiovascular Issues Using Androgel in the TRAVERSE Trial

Apr 25

Background: Please read this previous article: https://www.excelmale.com/threads/heart-palpitations-and-afib-in-older-men-on-testosterone-signals-from-traverse.28247/ New Data...

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Empower Pharmacy CEO Shaun Noorian Challenges Big Pharma Over GLP-1 Drug Access and Pricing

Apr 24

Everyone is talking about GLP-1s. As these so-called "miracle drugs" for weight loss exploded in popularity, shortages quickly followed. That’s when compounding pharmacies stepped in, offering lower-cost, customizable versions of these...

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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