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    Role of E2 in Men and Its Management

    Hello Nelson, it is good to have Discounted Labs serving Kansas residents again. I really appreciate you making it happen. You run one very responsive company which is becoming more of a rarity. Now on to the topics of estrogens. Somewhere on the site is some great work published by Dr. Glueck...
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    Starting on TRT Compound Cream and Joining the Forum

    From personal experience I would exercise extreme caution with DMSO and topical testosterone preparations. I originally was using a locally compounded product 10mg/gm applying 5 grams daily. My doctor was not satisfied with the blood levels so he doubled the strength to 20mg/gm, same 5 grams...
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    TRT and Clomid together

    I have found with the DMSO I get similar blood levels of T with just 1 gram of the 2% vs the 5 grams I would apply before. I have read that absorption can approach 100% or about 10 times the average 10%. In my experience I would say 5x. It sure cuts the cost plus the area of application is much...
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    TRT and Clomid together

    I have some experience with both clomiphene and enclomiphene along with HCG and 1 gram of topical TRT 2% (bit of DMSO added to enhance absorption). Before starting the clomiphene and then enclomiphene my LH and FSH were both <0.2 at the time I was using the TRT and HCG. I dropped the TRT for a...
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    Using Enclomiphene to keep GnRH levels

    I had an increase in my FSH and LH while taking 12.5mg of clomiphene daily and adding 1gm of topical 2% T. I would like to try enclomiphene because the cc has raised shbg and lowered my free T. I like the lh and fsh increases but not the drop in free T.
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    Citrulline - Cumulative Effects?

    I use 2x750mg capsules every night. Been on it 3 years. Can not say I have seen an additive effects related to duration of therapy. I use it because as use low cost and no side effects.
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    Do you like HCG?

    I use 500u every other day. I can get a T level of 500 from this alone and use topical T to supplement. It was restored a good amount of the testicular size. Would enjoy more ejaculate volume if reducing hcg dosage would help. My sweet spot might be 350u every other dsy.
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    Just a bit of an update. I have completed 30 days of the clomiphene at the reduced dosage of 12.5mg daily and added the 1gram of 2% topical testosterone. Lipid profile unchanged. FSH and LH are up on the lower dosage of cc. SHBG down as is total testosterone. HCG dose and anastrozole unchanged...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    Thanks for the input on the enclomiphene sourcing. I am reducing the dosage of the clomiphene to 12.5mg daily for 30 days and then re-test. In addition to reducing the clomiphene I did restart 1 gram/day of a topical 2% testosterone cream. I want to see if these changes still keep some of the LH...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    I doubt if I could get the hpta to do all work so see hcg as something I need to continue. Just trying to find the best thing to assist. Since my testicles are still functioning I would like to use those options first if not creating other issues. Good thought on low shbg guys trying low dose...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    Ironic you mention enclomiphene. I was looking at that option last night. Got stalled out on the availability. Sounds like 25mg per day of that would be a good starter. If I could get my body to do 100% with hcg and enclomiphene I would be pleased. It was nice to see the fish show up. Maybe with...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    I added 25mg of clomiphene daily to my regimen of 500U of HCG every other day and maintained the 0.125mg anastrozole every 3rd day. I have been off topical testosterone since mid-November. The 'after' results below are after taking Clomid for 30 days at 25mg/day. I did get a boost from the...
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    Anyone been on cream for 3+ years?

    I have been on a compounded cream for about 4 years. Had to go up to the 2% ( 5 gram) at about six months to get me in the upper range. About 2 years ago I added HCG and backed off the dose of the cream. It restored some of testicular shrinkage I had been experiencing with the cream alone. Back...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    thanks for the input. When I see my MD next week I think I'll leave the HCG dosage off the agenda. I think I will ask about trying CC in lieu of the topical T. I am currently off the topical T, using only HCG for a couple of weeks. I had a lab value come back with TTL/FT 1500+/40. No dosage...
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    Increase HCG or clomiphene?

    I am a 64 y/o male, non-diabetic, normal blood pressure, been on compounded cream TRT replacement therapy last 4 years. Was experiencing some testicular shrinkage so added HCG two years ago at 350u every other day now up to 500u every other day with a lower dosage of the cream. Combined HCG &...
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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