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    Should I Be Worried About My Blood Pressure On TRT?

    @drkelp: Regarding hibiscus, is that cold brewed or boiled? My Egyptian husband says they use it in Egypt for this, but the hibiscus has to be steeped in cold water to have the best effects. I'm curious how you prepared yours, and roughly how many points did it lower your BP?
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    Rising Hematocrit and RBC

    My latest labs have come back almost the same as yours. I’ve stopped the injections for now until I can get a donation. I’m so scared about it. The rise has been rapid over three months.
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    I understand - the Blood Service is manic in there! Hope you feel okay after the donation.
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    Thank you for the information again. I'm in Scotland too. I've used the Scotblood donation service in Glasgow, but, as you say, you can't go that often. I've found a good phlebotomist in Glasgow who does therapeutic phlebotomies, and it's £100 for the service, which is a bit pricey, but I don't...
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    Yes, please, any information gratefully received! How often are you donating, and what's your hematocrit levels like generally?
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    Thanks, Xibxang for that information. Good to know - I thought it was on a constantly upward trajectory when on TRT.
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    Quite possibly. It's just a drop of blood on a testing strip. There doesn't seem much to get wrong. Does hematocrit go down sometimes if the blood is thinner because of aspirin or fish oil, or extra water, or something? I wonder if that could affect a test result on a device like this.
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    Is using a home blood glucose monitor that measures hematocrit a good or bad idea?

    I've purchased a blood glucose monitor that measures blood glucose and hematocrit, as well as ketones using a different test strip. The device is this one: GlucoRx HCT Blood Glucose & Ketone Meter | GlucoRx How accurate do you think the hematocrit would be on a device like this? I'm worried...
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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