Does testosterone therapy raise hematocrit levels? Yes—and understanding this common TRT side effect is crucial for your long-term health. Elevated hematocrit (the percentage of red blood cells in your blood) can increase cardiovascular risks if...
13 min summary podcast: Introduction Hello everybody, Nelson Vergel here with ExcelMail.com. ExcelMail.com is a four-year-old forum, online site, with more than 14,000 members. Some of them are doctors, pharmacists, dietitians, exercise...
This article outlines a comprehensive strategy for optimizing fat loss and muscle preservation, primarily discussed within the context of an online forum dedicated to men's health, ExcelMale.com. The core of the strategy involves a multi-faceted...
ARBs, or Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers, are a class of medications primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). They also play a role in managing heart failure and protecting kidney function, particularly in patients with...
ExcelMale.com Quick Guide: DIAGNOSIS OF HYPOGONADISM: Symptoms and signs suggestive of testosterone deficiency in men: A. More specific symptoms and signs • Incomplete or delayed sexual development, eunuchoidism • Reduced sexual desire...
Nelson Vergel’s Journey: From HIV Diagnosis to Men’s Health Advocate Introduction: A Life of Resilience Host: Nelson, we’re live! Thanks for joining me. Nelson Vergel: Thanks for having me, Daniel. Host: Let’s start with this—how does it feel to...
Introduction Background and significance Hypogonadism, characterized by low testosterone levels, is a significant clinical condition affecting a substantial proportion of the male population, particularly older men. The management of...
The Vorck Protocol Summary Background: The protocol was developed by a TRT user since 2001 who had difficulty recovering ferritin levels after blood donations. After conducting personal research and consulting with a hematologist in May 2021, he...
Clomiphene citrate: A potential alternative for testosterone therapy in hypogonadal males (2023) M. Huijben | M. T. W. T. Lock | V. F. de Kemp | J. J. H. Beck | L. M. O. De Kort | H. M. K. van Breda Abstract Background Hypogonadism is a...
11:25-12:50 * It is likely a U shape therapeutic curve with the lowest incidence of occuring at men with mid-range values of concentrations (350-550 ng/dL) Analysis of the Graph The graph shows a U-shaped relationship between testosterone...
In this episode, Dr. Kevin Chu and Dr. Justin Dubin interview Dr. Rahul Mehan to discuss the importance of prostate health, particularly as men age. They explore the concept of 'prostate puberty' and the common symptoms of an enlarged prostate...
Using hCG in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) – A Clinical Review Introduction Exogenous testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can profoundly suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis through negative feedback. By...