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Can HCG Monotherapy Reverse Testicular Atrophy Caused by Varicocele?

I can't find any research on the impact of Clomid or HCG on testicles that atrophied due to varicoceles (or any non HPTA shutdown related reason). Given that I already have relatively normal hormone levels and don't seem to have an issue with my HPTA, do you think that Clomid or HCG will still...
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- Oct 2, 2019
- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)
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Can HCG Monotherapy Reverse Testicular Atrophy Caused by Varicocele?

Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts on this StepbyStep and Mr S. I hadn't considered the possibility of further Sertoli cell atrophy when on HCG. I have considered Clomid as an alternative, but had previously ruled it out due to the unpleasant side effects that it could cause. It...
- MidwesternGuy
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- Oct 2, 2019
- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)
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Can HCG Monotherapy Reverse Testicular Atrophy Caused by Varicocele?

I have read through many stories on here about individuals who successfully reversed TRT-induced testicular atrophy using HCG. I have also read a litany of medical studies that demonstrated a similar result. While this is certainly encouraging, I am left wondering whether HCG can also reverse...
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- Sep 30, 2019
- hcg alone testicular atrophy varicocele
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- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)

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