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What Every Man Should Know About Nitric Oxide
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When it comes to treating erectile dysfunction, there is one name we're all familiar with: Viagra. Viagra generated over $1.7 billion in sales in 2015 alone. That's a lot of people popping "the little blue pill" in order to have sex. But what if...
Effect of Estradiol on Men's Libido
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Table of Contents Video: Increased Estradiol Improved Sex Drive in Men Estradiol in Men: Background Sex Steroids and the Male Libido Effect of Testosterone and Estradiol on Men's Libido: Low Estradiol and Fat Gain: Surprising Results High...

Is anyone using Xyosted?

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Hi I am about to start using Xyosted 100mg weekly subcutaneous injections. is anyone here using it and what are your impressions on it? Thanks in advance https://www.excelmale.com/tags/xyosted/ :)

Converting HCG units - mcg to IU

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My wife and I are doing a round of IUI this month, so she was recently prescribed Ovidrel (brand name HCG). The dose is 250 mcg, and the cost will be $75. I'm guessing that's way overpriced, given that I take compounded HCG that costs $75 for...
Blood work 6 weeks into HCG monotherapy going to start TRT
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As you can see, my free testosterone is 2.22 ng/dl (up from 2.0 before I started HCG). I've had low free T for 15 years. Until now I hesitated to go onto testosterone. Having HCG to keep my natural production up alleviates my concern. My...
Lipitor and other Statin Drugs Markedly Decrease Your Testosterone
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Statin Drugs Markedly Inhibit Testosterone Production by Rat Leydig Cells in Vitro: Implications for Men Reproductive Toxicology Available online 22 January 2014 Highlights •Statins cause significant reductions in LH-stimulated testosterone...
Protein: Is there a limit to how much we can use?
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I guess bodybuilders who eat huge amounts of protein have been right all along. So much for the 20g of protein bro science. Jorn Trommelen, Glenn A.A. van Lieshout, Jean Nyakayiru, Andrew M. Holwerda, Joey S.J. Smeets, Floris K. Hendriks...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea and TRT
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Abstract The evidence on the role of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the pathogenesis of hypogonadism and the impact of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in OSA patients are still contradictory. OSA is generally considered to be a...
Nandrolone (Deca Durabolin) Studies in Humans
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A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Nandrolone Decanoate in Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Men with Mild to Moderate Weight Loss with Recombinant Human Growth Hormone as Active Reference Treatment . by Storer, Thomas W; Woodhouse...
Sleep, testosterone and cortisol balance, and aging men
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Sleep, testosterone and cortisol balance, and aging men (2022) Peter Y. Liu, · Radha T. Reddy Abstract Sleep serves important biological functions and influences health and longevity through endocrine and metabolic-related systems. Sleep...
What is a Normal Blood Level of Testosterone? What Do Guidelines Say?
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Normal values may vary from lab to lab depending on what reference range they use. Depending on the country, ranges are in nanograms per deciliter (usually in the United States) or nanomoles per liter (Europe and other countries). The conversion...
DHEA Supplementation
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DHEA Supplementation Dehydroepiandrosterone: DHEA As presented by Dr. Neal Rouzier, M.D. Here's a great reason to add DHEA to your protocol. DHEA is a hormone secreted primarily by the adrenal glands. It results in a shift of a catabolic state...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

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