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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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Clomiphene Citrate Treatment as an Alternative Therapeutic Approach for Male Hypogonadism

Sep 30

Abstract Male hypogonadism, which is characterized by low testosterone levels, has a significant impact on male sexual function, overall health, and fertility. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)is the conventional treatment for this...

Clomid (Clomiphene & Enclomiphene)

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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Patient selection for Aquablation

Sep 27

https://www.urologytimes.com/view/dr-aaron-bernie-discusses-patient-selection-for-aquablation In this video, Aaron M. Bernie, MD, MPH, discusses which patients may be particularly well suited for Aquablation for the treatment of benign prostatic...

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Heavier Men May Require Higher TRT Doses

Sep 26

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We finally have a study that looked at this common question. Effect of Weight on Serum Testosterone Levels with Subcutaneous Testosterone Enanthate in Men with Testosterone Deficiency Introduction Obesity is a common issue among men and is...

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Botox for your sexual health.

Sep 25

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Just wondering if anyone out there has tried the botox shots for ED yet, besides me? If you get them thru the P shot trained docs working with Dr. Runnels, they refer to them as "Bocox" shot. There are other plastic surgeons offering them for ED...

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Coenzyme Q10 supplementation

Sep 25

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Coenzyme Q10 supplementation: Efficacy, safety, and formulation challenges Abstract World population growth and aging are posing unprecedented challenges in sustaining the health of 9.1 billion people that will be occupying the planet by 2050...

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Responses of different doses of testosterone injections on body composition, strength, etc.

Sep 25

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Comment: 125 mg per week was the lowest dose that provided statistically significant changes in lean body mass and fat mass. PAPER ATTACHED Testosterone dose-response relationships in healthy young men. Bhasin S, et al. Am J Physiol...

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Why is 200 mg/wk the "upper limit" for TRT?

Sep 21

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I keep seeing people post that 200 mg/wk of test propionate is the upper range for TRT and that anything more than that constitutes AAS levels, with the implication that if you go higher you are abusing the protocol. Why is that, exactly? I'm a...

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Newer formulations of oral testosterone: development and liver side effects

Sep 19

Abstract Introduction Testosterone deficiency is a clinical disorder due to either failure of the testes to produce testosterone or failure of the hypothalamus or pituitary to produce sufficient gonadotropins. Previous formulations of oral...

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Stop Sabotaging Your Sex Life: Secrets Every Man SHOULD Know - Dr. Mohit Khera

Sep 16

Dr. Khera getting real deep here! Nelson's house is where it's at! A must listen here! In Episode 1102, Dr. Mohit Khera, Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza talk about how erectile dysfunction may be an indicator of a much severe...

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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