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Thanks guys.
- Gino77
- Post #7
- Jun 15, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Thanks PAUL-E. I have not tested for anything, just normal blood panels for yearly physicals showing I'm a normal dude (that's not what my wife says...:)). I realize I have to drop what I'm doing for a doctor to prescribe TRT/HRT, just curious of others experience. I have to stop being an...
- Gino77
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- Jun 14, 2016
- Forum: Introductions
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Hello to all. I am 39, good physical shape. I have been a believer in TRT for a long time after reading Nelson's book years ago. Unfortunately my family doctor was not on board with this kind of stuff even though my test levels were about 300-350 so I began self administering with 1 vial...
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- Jun 14, 2016
- Replies: 7
- 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