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Rises in Hematocrit is Associated with An Increased Risk of Cardiac Events in Men Starting Testosterone Therapy

Jan 31

ABSTRACT Objective Elevated hematocrit (Hct) can result in increased risk of major adverse cardiac events(MACE) in men receiving testosterone therapy (TTh). However, the impact of the magnitude of the change in Hct from baseline after starting...

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Potential Causes of Low Testosterone

Jan 31

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Testosterone is more than just a sex hormone. It plays a crucial role in a range of physiological processes, including the development of muscle mass, bone density, and even the modulation of blood sugar levels. While high levels of testosterone...

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High hematocrit in men receiving testosterone therapy (Pellets, Nasal, and Injections)

Jan 28

Prevalence of secondary erythrocytosis in men receiving testosterone therapy: A matched cohort analysis of intranasal gel, injections, and pellets (2023) Rohit Reddy*, Parris Diaz*, Ruben Blachman-Braun, Justin Loloi, Farah Rahman, Jesse Ory...

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Testosterone Cypionate and Nandrolone Decanoate

Jan 19

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Hello, I'm writing this post to gather opinion and insight from others on a similar path. I've been prescribed Testosterone for two years. Due to various reasons, adding Nandrolone Decanoate as an adjunct has been suggested by my provider...

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Minimizing Erythrocytosis during TRT (Daily injectable Testosterone vs. Gels vs. Kyzatrex)

Jan 19

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All, I react very badly to injectable T (56 hematocrit @ 100 mg split 3x per week SubQ). My ferritin suffers greatly here and sits in the 20's to low 30's. I want it to be above 70. Testosterone have given me a severe case of periodic limb...

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Updates on Testosterone Deficiency in Men Living With HIV and the Cardiovascular Implications

Dec 27

Fig. 1 Proposed mechanism of testosterone and HIV on the systemic vasculature. This figure exemplifies the similarities of both TD and HIV on the vascular system and therefore the potential to enhance CVD risk. Both conditions lead to vessel...

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Can Testosterone Induce Blood Clots and Thrombosis? Interview with Dr Charles Glueck

Dec 18

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In my work collecting information for ExcelMale.com, I review abstracts daily on latest studies related to testosterone, men's health, nutrition, and more. I am always looking for studies that stand out and are no just repetitions of what we...

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COMBINED CLOMIPHENE AND LOW-DOSE KYZATREX (ORAL TESTOSTERONE) THERAPY IN HYPOGONADAL MEN: A CASE SERIE

Dec 18

Abstract Introduction Clomiphene is often used in the treatment of hypogonadal men who wish to preserve endogenous testosterone production, however symptomatic responses are often suboptimal. Exogenous testosterone replacement, while effective...

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THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCURATE HORMONE TESTS

Dec 18

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https://www.hormoneassays.org/ Watch our video to learn about the importance of accurate hormone testing. Tests to measure the level of a specific hormone in the body are the third most common diagnostic in medicine today yet some current...

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Testosterone therapy for men diagnosed with or treated for prostate cancer .

Dec 17

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon discuss the controversial topic of testosterone therapy for men diagnosed with or treated for prostate cancer. Chapters 00:00: Introduction to Testosterone and Prostate Cancer - Dr...

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Oral testosterone. Who's on it?

Nov 15

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Who here is on some form of oral. jatenzo/Kyzatrex? What has it done for you? What are your numbers? Has RBC increases been as much as a problem for you on the orals? How is your liver tests? Thank you

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Dr. Andrew Sun in Dallas: Understanding Male Fertility and Infertility Solutions

Nov 12

* in general it takes 68-72 days to make a new sperm, so 2-3 months * the sperm are very delicate you have to take care of them, the testosterone generating cells (leydig) in the testicles are fairly resilient, the sperm generating cells...

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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