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On TRT - How Often Do I Test?

Hi Guys, I'm curious on 'how often/frequent' should one run tests while on TRT? Just to make sure the prostate is not enlarging like a cantaloup, and everything is kept in line
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- May 1, 2017
- Replies: 5
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Some Frequently Asked hCG Questions

Thanks for your reply Vince! I'm rather new here and didn't yet read all the important/sticky posts about TRT, so please pardon my ignorance. Can you be more specific on the medically induced organ failure you're referring to? I'm not sure if that's a joke or... real? -Dan
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- Post #7
- Mar 23, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Some Frequently Asked hCG Questions

Thank you!
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- Post #6
- Mar 23, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Some Frequently Asked hCG Questions

Thanks for the Q&A on HCG! I've been on TRT for the past 3 years (without HCG), feeling great and everything but... I feel the testicular shrinkage causes a constant discomfort, which at times borderlines on being painful. Did STD tests, nothing was found, so I'm wondering if other men...
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- Post #3
- Mar 22, 2017
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management

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