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Welcome to ExcelMale.com — the most trusted, expert-moderated community for men seeking evidence-based guidance on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), hormone optimization, and total wellness. Since 2010, we've helped thousands of men take control of their health.

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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 Conflicting information, outdated medical advice, and unqualified opinions flood the internet.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.

"I founded ExcelMale after decades of personal experience with hormone optimization and seeing how difficult it was for men to find reliable, science-based information. Every man deserves access to knowledge that can transform his quality of life."

— Nelson Vergel, Founder & Author of Testosterone: A Man's Guide

Nelson Vergel brings over 20 years of clinical research experience, having worked with major pharmaceutical companies and authored definitive guides on testosterone therapy. As founder of DiscountedLabs.com and a recognized expert in men's health advocacy, Nelson ensures every discussion on ExcelMale meets the highest standards of accuracy and usefulness.

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Can Testosterone Induce Blood Clots and Thrombosis? Interview with Dr Charles Glueck
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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...
Interview with Dr. Michael Scally about Testosterone and Its Side Effects- Part 1
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NELSON VERGEL (NV): I’m very happy to have Dr. Michael Scally join us for this interview. He’s a well-known expert on men’s health in general, and specifically on hormone therapy and issues surrounding testosterone replacement. Dr. Scally, why...
Interview with Compounding Product Expert Shaun Noorian from Empower Rx Pharmacy- Part 1
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Nelson Vergel: I'm very happy to have Shaun Noorian, the owner and manager of Empower Rx Pharmacyin Houston. He's a member of ExcelMale.com, and answers a lot of questions there. He’s also a member of our Facebook group called...
How to Increase Testosterone Naturally
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How to Increase Testosterone Naturally By Nelson Vergel Author Testosterone: A Man's Guide There are several life style, nutritional and other factors that can increase testosterone production by testicles in men. The degree of this increase...
Men's Health Lecture Slides by Nelson Vergel
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Nelson Vergel, author of Testosterone: A Man's Guide (amazon.com) provides an overview of the latest developments on men's health including testosterone replacement, exercise, nutrition and other health issues...

Fatigued? Low drive and out of shape?

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http://youtu.be/QlWlgwJCAbE

How to Use ExcelMale.com to Maximize Your Benefits

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This short video will describe how to use ExcelMale.com for fastest results in improving your health knowledge, find progressive doctors, compounding pharmacies, products and services related to testosterone and other hormone replacement...
Video: Testosterone and Increased Red Blood Cells (Hematocrit)
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http://youtu.be/WjdbvAXw4Xw
How to Register on ExcelMale.com
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How to Inject Testosterone in the Quadriceps Muscle
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How to inject testosterone in the quads with a small syringe Other injection videos: http://www.excelmale.com/content/113-How-to-Inject-Testosterone-and-HCG http://youtu.be/azF1FoepHuo

Testosterone Replacement Slide Presentation

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? In theory testosterone replacement should approximate the body’s own natural production of the hormone. The average male produces 4 to 7 mg of testosterone a day with plasma levels in early morning and lower levels in the evening. Women...
Negative Studies Shed Light on Poor Management of Men on TRT
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This is our latest press release to ask researchers and companies to follow testosterone treatment guidelines as well having guidelines groups update their recommendations to include estradiol testing and management Houston, TX -- 02/10/2014 --...
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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