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Navigating testosterone replacement therapy and hormone health can be overwhelming. Conflicting information, outdated medical advice, and unqualified opinions flood the internet. ExcelMale.com was created to cut through the noise — providing a rigorously moderated space where men share real experiences, backed by clinical research and guided by genuine expertise.

Whether you're exploring TRT for the first time, optimizing your current protocol, managing side effects like elevated hematocrit or estradiol, or seeking to preserve fertility with HCG therapy, our community offers the knowledge and support you need. We discuss everything from injection frequency and bloodwork interpretation to lifestyle factors that affect testosterone levels.

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Meta-analysis Finds TRT Effective for ED

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A recent meta-analysis reported that TTh (testosterone therapy) was ineffective for ED (erectile dysfunction.) This new meta-analysis comes to a different conclusion and finds testosterone therapy significantly improves erectile dysfunction and...
Free Testosterone vs. Total Testosterone for Sexual Symptoms
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This study says that calculated free testosterone is associated with the symptoms of sexual dysfunction, while total testosterone was not. The study group was divided into four subgroup. with normal/low total testosterone and calculated free...
Interview with Lee Myer, Author of "Natural vs Testosterone Therapy"
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This is an interview with my good friend Lee Myer, founder of PeakTestosterone.com and author of "Natural vs Testosterone Therapy". Lee has been a great role model for me as I admire what he has done to help thousands of men during the past few...
Estrogens and Body Weight Regulation in Men
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Estrogens and Body Weight Regulation in Men Our understanding of the metabolic roles of sex steroids in men has evolved substantially over recent decades. Whereas testosterone once was believed to contribute to metabolic risk in men, the...
The importance of total and free psa testing
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The Significance of Free PSAPSA circulates through the body in two ways; bound to other proteins or by itself. Unbound PSA is called free PSA. A free-PSA test will measure the percentage of unbound PSA while a PSA test is used to measure the...
The effect of estrogen on tendon and ligament metabolism and function
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Another possible positive benefit for e2? The effect of estrogen on tendon and ligament metabolism and function - ScienceDirect Abstract Tendons and ligaments are crucial structures inside the musculoskeletal system. Still many issues in...

Gene's Nitric Oxide Stack

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Many have used this stack for massive hard pumps in the gym, significant vascularity and excellent erectile function not discounting the health benefits. If you're looking for any of these benefits and more...give it a try! Nitric Oxide Stack...
High Doses of Testosterone Do Not Cause Liver Damage
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At least in rats. The rats were given 10 mg/kg Sustanon a week. That would be the equivalent of 800 mg a week for an average sized man. After 8 weeks of administration liver enzymes were measured and no significant changes seen. The abstract...

Video Lecture: hCG Use in Men- Review of Studies by Nelson Vergel

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Nelson Vergel, co-founder of ClinicOptimizers.com, founder of ExcelMale.com and DiscountedLabs.com, and author of the book "Testosterone: A Man's Guide", reviews current data on the use of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in men to...

Comprehensive Evaluation of Erectile Function: Interview with Dr Lisbeth Roy

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https://youtu.be/Cx3GovvH9ck Nelson Vergel, the founder of ExcelMale.com, DiscountedLabs.com, and ClinicOptimizers.com, interviews Dr. Lisbeth Roy, a functional physician in Boca Raton, Florida. She is an expert Anti-Aging, Sexual...
Fluoride Exposure Increases Estradiol Levels in Men
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New evidence suggests that fluoride may be an sexual hormone disruptor. From the abstract: We conducted a cross-sectional study in rural areas of Henan province in China to explore the interaction between the estrogen receptor alpha...

Testosterone Therapy: Adhering to Treatment/Modes of Treatment

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An older study, but one worth considering. To determine which modes of treatment resulted in the highest rates of adherence, a retrospective claims database study from January 2005 through December 2011 was undertaken. The study included...
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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