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My Low T Odyssey - Returning to TRT?

Thanks for the advice CoastWatcher.
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- Jun 3, 2017
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My Low T Odyssey - Returning to TRT?

TSH 3rd generation was 2.61. T4, free was 1.3. T3, free was 2.8. DHT and DHEA not tested. Prolactin was 6.0. Estradiol was < 15 (< OR = 39 pg/mL) LH was 4.1 All CBC values were normal. Glucose was 105 (nonfasted.) All other CMP values normal. The only problem with sleep is I don't get enough...
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- Jun 3, 2017
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My Low T Odyssey - Returning to TRT?

Had a bunch of labs done recently in anticipation of going back on TRT after a 1 1/2 year hiatus. I was on TRT for about 10 years (Androderm patch, AndroGel, then Axiron) but went off it for a while after my PSA levels began going up and down. After a battery of tests and a negative prostate...
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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

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