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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia BPH Treatments

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Medical Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (2022) Alexander Plochocki, MD, MPH, Benjamin King, MD* INTRODUCTION Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and its associated is one of the most common diagnoses seen by the urologist, with...

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How to Predict Estradiol and DHT at Different Testosterone Doses

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I was able to come up with a table using the predictive model equation derived from data in this study: The Effects of Injected Testosterone Dose and Age on the Conversion of Testosterone to Estradiol and Dihydrotestosterone in Young and Older...

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Does Testosterone Cause Prostate Cancer? Can Men Treated for Prostate Cancer Use TRT?

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This is an excerpt from my book Ensuring Prostate Health—No Link Found Between Androgen Levels and Risk for Prostate Cancer The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. Its function is to store and secrete a slightly...

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Can Testosterone Replacement Affect Kidneys?

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Creatinine is a chemical waste product that's produced by your muscle metabolism and to a smaller extent by eating meat. Healthy kidneys filter creatinine and other waste products from your blood. The filtered waste products leave your body in...

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Where to Get Therapeutic Phlebotomies to Lower High Hematocrit in the U.S.

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Understanding Therapeutic Phlebotomies to Lower High Hematocrit What is High Hematocrit? High hematocrit occurs when your body produces an increased number of blood cells, leading to thicker, more "viscous" blood. This condition strains the...

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Post-Finasteride Syndrome and Upcoming Research

Jan 18

Post-Finasteride Syndrome is the current term for a rare syndrome of devastating physical, neurological, and sexual side effects that persist and progress after stopping finasteride. The condition occurs primarily in younger men who have taken...

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Managing Hair Loss: Comprehensive Review

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A review discusses various treatments for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), the most common cause of hair loss. Traditional methods like minoxidil and finasteride have mixed results. Newer treatments, such as low-level laser therapy (LLLT)...

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Pregnenolone for Men: What We Need to Know

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Pregnenolone for Men: An Insight into this Neurosteroid and Male Health Introduction Pregnenolone, a naturally occurring steroid in the human body, has recently become a focal point in medical research, particularly concerning its effects on...

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TRT Side Effects: How to Prevent or Reverse Them

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This video discusses testosterone replacement therapy and its side effects. It covers various side effects such as high blood pressure, testicular shrinkage, fertility issues, and increased hematocrit levels. It also dispels myths about liver...

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How to Treat Acne Caused by Testosterone Therapy

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Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is the prescribed treatment for men with low testosterone levels. It has become a widespread treatment--as many as 11 million men were undergoing TRT in 2013, a number that has grown significantly since...

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Role of Estradiol (Estrogen) in Men and Its Management

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Check your estradiol (sensitive) blood levels cheaply: DiscountedLabs.com REGISTERED MEMBERS: DOWNLOAD ATTACHED ESTRADIOL LECTURE HANDOUT AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST Click here for a comprehensive article about the 18 things you should know...

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Starting testosterone next week. What should I expect?

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Starting testosterone next week. What should I expect? Nelson, I know you wrote the book "Testosterone: A Man's Guide". I was diagnosed with low testosterone and do not know if I should do injections or gels. Also, what should I expect when it...

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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