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Two weeks into TRT and a couple of questions

The experience of going quickly up to what I'm presuming were super high levels and then back down quickly was not a fun ride.... but things seem to be stabilizing. I can see why everyone says find a protocol that puts you in a good range don't make sudden changes!
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- Post #5
- Oct 7, 2022
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Two weeks into TRT and a couple of questions

Thanks for the response, skipped a day of dosing and stopped scrotal application and feeling great. I think I pushed levels up too high, too quickly. Good to know however that I seem to be able to absorb transdermally well.
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- Post #3
- Oct 5, 2022
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Two weeks into TRT and a couple of questions

Hello, I'm currently just over two weeks into TRT. Protocol is 200MG/ML Hydrogel cream from Empower. Two clicks in the morning, applying one click to scrotum and one to shoulder or chest area. Have not done follow up labs. The two positive things I have noticed so far is a marked increase in...
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- Thread
- Oct 4, 2022
- anxiety
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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First day on TRT and experience on Clomid

Hello members, After about three years on Clomid, I (just today) started the new journey on more traditional TRT. This forum has been a huge resource and help, so thank you active members. Quick background that may be of interest to others. I'm in my early 50's and pre clomid my numbers...
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- Thread
- Sep 17, 2022
- clomid trt
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Stopped Clomid, Started TRT

Hello Forum members, After about three years on Clomid, I (just today) started the new journey on more traditional TRT. This forum has been a huge resource and help, so thank you active members. Quick background that may be of interest to others. I'm in my early 50's and pre clomid therapy...
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- Sep 17, 2022
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Introductions

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