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sh1973 reacted to Cataceous's post in the thread TRT Dose question with Like.

I think interference with libido and sexual function by exogenous androgens is much more common than people think, even if not as...

Aug 8, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

Something else I have I had a case that is really perplexed to me and doctors over the years is, if my levels are any bit over 800 ng, I...

Aug 8, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

It’s good to see others like us that are finding more is definitely not better. My current doctor now and several I’ve had in the past...

Aug 8, 2025
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sh1973 reacted to Gibbon's post in the thread TRT Dose question with Like.

I do deltoid now, shallow IM, 29 gauge/1/2 inch. My sleep when bad doesn't seem to make much of difference whether peak or trough...

Aug 7, 2025
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sh1973 reacted to Willyt's post in the thread TRT Dose question with Like.

Are you having trouble sleeping both peak and trough day? IM or subq?

Aug 7, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

I haven’t tested it yet but will in a few weeks after things stabilize

Aug 7, 2025
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sh1973 reacted to Gibbon's post in the thread TRT Dose question with Like.

I also have good levels on low doses. On 52 mg/wk (EOD) my free was 180 at trough (240 max range). Not something I need to be to get...

Aug 7, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

Definitely sticking to once weekly for now and no I’m not feeling bad the day after. I normally use a 25 gauge 1” needle for glutes or...
Aug 6, 2025
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sh1973 reacted to Willyt's post in the thread TRT Dose question with Like.

Good news that you are feeling better. Are you still experiencing crappiness day after injection? Are you going to stick with 1x per...

Aug 6, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

I was curious, so I went ahead and got labs on 50 mg per week. It has only been three weeks but I am feeling much better in all regards...
Aug 6, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

I decided to do 50mg this shot a few days ago and already feel much better. I think the statin decreased shbg causing my levels at 60mg...

Jul 26, 2025
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sh1973 replied to the thread TRT Dose question.

Yeah I was doing great until staring that statin and somehow it has raised my T levels verified with labs

Jul 22, 2025

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