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35 year old, low testosterone, DVT

Thanks Chris. This whole ordeal with the DVT, low T and fluctuating TSH is confusing and unsettling for me. I'm not sure what to make of it, and it's always in the back of my mind. I need to figure this out. I do have celiac's disease, and from what I've found there are signs that celiacs have...
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- Post #9
- May 2, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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35 year old, low testosterone, DVT

Not really. I suppose that's a good thing. I'll get an appointment with an endocrinologist, thanks for the advice. When I look at the lab results maybe it was free T4 that was measured (FT4). I'll get the rest of the blood work done anyway. 2.january S-FT4 15.3 S-TSH 6.24* 8.april: S-FT4 15.7...
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- Post #7
- May 1, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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35 year old, low testosterone, DVT

Thanks for the input, Gene. I don't know why only TSH and T4 was measured. I forgot to mention that I did have an ultrasound exam of my testicles two weeks ago, as part of the testing for hypogonadism. Everything was normal. Do you reckon it's OK using my general physician for the thyroid...
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- Post #5
- May 1, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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35 year old, low testosterone, DVT

I have not had my sperm count tested, no. Standard procedure according to my doc is to try for about a year, and if still no go then testing will commence. Since we're somewhat late to the party (I'm 35, my girl is 34) I'm considering getting tested before we try for a year. The sooner the...
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- Post #3
- May 1, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Greetings from Norway

Thanks, Nelson! I will look at those threads. I most definitely will have more questions in addition to the ones I already have as I learn more. There's still a lot of information to digest, I'm diving into it at the moment. Kudos on your book, by the way. I like your style of writing -...
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- Post #3
- May 1, 2014
- Forum: Introductions
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Greetings from Norway

Hey guys! I'm a 35 year old male from Norway who recently found out I have quite low testosterone. I'm looking to get informed on the subject, and this forum seems like a good place to start as any. I've read Vergel's book, and quite liked it. Consise and to the point. I lift weights on a...
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- May 1, 2014
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- Forum: Introductions
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35 year old, low testosterone, DVT

Greetings all. I'm writing this post after I read Vergel's book, and I have some questions regarding low testosterone and TRT. This is all new to me and slightly confusing. I'm not sure what to make of it and what to do, whence this post. Some background information: 35 year old male from...
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- May 1, 2014
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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