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Low T, Clomid works wonders but won't reset permanently

Thanks Nelson! I recently found a doctor to prescribe HCG. No luck with Tamoxifen. The doc wants to run HCG w/ Clomid for 6 weeks and monitor. Do you think the clomid is necessary? I've been worried that the clomid might desensitize the pituitary (i've always been very sensitive to stimulants...
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- Post #5
- Feb 18, 2015
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Low T, Clomid works wonders but won't reset permanently

Thanks for the reply Nelson. I'm having a tough time finding a doctor that will prescribe tamoxifen. I recently went to a different Endo and they ran a full hormone profile. The Endo wants to watch me for 3 months with no clomid, etc. This is certainly frustrating to me as I've been waiting 2...
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- Jan 25, 2015
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Low T, Clomid works wonders but won't reset permanently

This is my first post on ExcelMale and I'm hoping I've finally found the best resource. My basic problem: I'm 25 and have low T < 250 ng/dl. Clomid works wonders as my T will soar to over 1,000 ng/dl with a 25 mg per dose. However, when my levels have spiked, I've had prostate issues and after...
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- Nov 14, 2014
- Replies: 4
- 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