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Recently my endo and I were naive concerning E2 suppression. I was taking far to much Anastrazole nightly(.25mg). She was ordering non sensitive labs which reported normal levels. I developed significant myalgia in my R shoulder and inquired on this site for help. Ero and Coastwatcher suggested...

I've been donating blood regularly not only because it's a good thing to do, but because my hemotocrit is hovering around 50%. My question is, which do y'all think would be more effective to keep hematocrit under control, whole blood donations every 2 months or double red donations every 4...

I found this product claiming to suppress SHBG, thus freeing up testosterone. Its called "Unleashed" from Protein Factory. I get the majority of my protein supplements from them but am questioning its effectiveness. Has anyone tried Unleashed? And if so, did it work for you? I couldn't find the...

I realize this site primarily focuses on testosterone issues, but I've been having trouble maintaining a decent HDL level. I admire your 42, I only wish I could get there. Keep it up! I've started on a reduced nightly AI (0.035mg) 7 doses so far. E2 retest on 10 March. Good luck on reducing...

I realize this site primarily focuses on testosterone issues, but I've been having trouble maintaining a decent HDL level. I admire your 42, I only wish I could get there. Keep it up! I've started on a reduced nightly AI (0.035mg) 7 doses so far. E2 retest on 10 March.

Thanks for the pharmacy link and update. I was just mistaken on the state. I'll contact them if need be. I'll also check on tablets instead of capsules.

I had my doctor order a month's supply of Anastrazole in 35mcg caps from my local compounding pharmacy. I'll follow Ero's suggestion and follow my symptoms rather than focus on E2 numbers. I'll most likely start the new caps Monday night and retest (sensitive) in 30 days. If I'm unhappy with the...

Yes for symptoms,(low libido, poor erections, weight gain and a little moody at times). Hopefully all will improve in a few weeks. I understand your opinion on symptoms instead of just E2 numbers and will pay less attention to numbers. I'll keep tracking my test results for future reference.

After my E2 plummeted after taking way too much Anastrozole (.25 mg nightly) for several months, I stopped Anastrazole completely 25 Dec. My E2 has recovered to 52 (level before I started E2 suppression therapy). I have an order in to my compounding pharmacy for Anastrazole 35 mcg caps. I...

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My doctors office is in Dublin, very close to 270 and Sawmill Rd. Message me directly and we can exchange info.

When my estradiol level plummeted a few months ago due to my excessive Anastrazole doses (.25mg nightly), y'all's opinion was that it was probably the cause of my severe myligia in my right shoulder. Since then I cut back to .25mg weekly, then as of 25 Dec I stopped Anastrazole completely. My...

I just got my ultra sensitive estradiol test results. As y'all know I was taking way too much Anastrazole at .25 mg nightly. Well after 3 weeks of .25mg once a week my estradiol reading is 12. I'm going to follow Ero's opinion and stop Anastrazole completely for a few weeks and let my estradiol...

I'm waiting for my results of my most recent estradiol test (22 Dec), which this time is an "ultra sensitive test". My previous estradiol tests most likely were not sensitive. I wasn't concerned with the numbers as they read 24, which should be good. I and my doctor were oblivious that the .25mg...

When I purchase the sensitive estradiol test, will the cost include the blood draw?

When I purchase the sensitive estradiol test, will the cost include the blood draw?

See the reply I made to Vince Carter earlier today.

My doctor said it was very important to apply the T-gel close to 2 hours before my blood was drawn. She referred to "The Endocrine Society" guidelines. I applied it to my shoulders as the draw site has always been at my inner arm at the elbow. I now apply it to my inner thighs (as per the...

I contacted my doctor requesting an "ultra sensitive" E2 assay and she said she'd change the type, so I'm assuming my previous assays were not sensitive. Thanks for the reply to my post.

I changed my anastrazole dosing 3 days ago from daily to .25mg weekly and the muscle soreness has virtually disappeared, (a small amount still lingering, but it may for a while). I consulted my doctor about the sensitivity level of my E2 assay and requested a "ultra sensitive" E2 assay on 22...

My doctor always insists that I apply my gel 2 hrs before the blood draw. I agree with y'all though, applying after the draw to minimize compromise seems best. I'll talk to her about it.

Thank you for the reply. I thought I had my E2 dialed in at 24, not aware of the wrong testing criteria. I intend on getting with my doctor this week and requesting a ultra sensitive E2 assay to be completed at my next blood test 22 Dec. She has been agreeing with my dosing as I've been trying...

I apply 7 pumps of Fortesta Gel every morning to my inner thighs. t-level at 804 I copied this from my most recent lab report F ESTRADIOL 24 < OR = 39 (pg/mL) OW - Reference range established on post-pubertal patient - population. No pre-pubertal reference range - established using...

I was going to wait till my next appointment, but I'm not going to wait. I'll contact my doctor Monday and ask her about the assay.

My next appointment is in a couple weeks. I'll ask them then. Until then I'll let my doctor know what I'm going to do and cut back my anastrozole dose significantly. I asked in a previous post if I change to a weekly dose, do you think a .25mg dose of anastrazole would last until the next weekly...

My doctors pleased with my E2 level, but is unaware of the muscle soreness. It just recently increased significantly, after my last followup appt a week or so ago. The soreness before I didn't really pay attention to, just attributed it to exercise pain. When I requested an E2 test, it caught...

I've been taking .25 mg nightly since January this year when my blood work showed Test at 804 with Estradiol at 56. My recent blood work showed E at 24. It appears I should cut back. Would you think enough anastrozole would remain in my system between weekly .25 mg doses or could a compound...

I've been taking .25mg of Anastrazole nightly to control my Estradiol level. Last test reveled a level of 24. The last couple weeks I've been experiencing pretty intense shoulder muscle soreness, especially at night. It mimics the myalgia I experienced a while back by using Zocor to lower my...

I've been on Fortesta (7 pumps daily) for almost 3 years maintaining a 700-900 t-level. My most recent blood test revealed a level of 1986. .25mg daily of Anastrazole keeps the Estradiol at 24. PSA is .02. I had just recently changed to applying the gel to my upper arms and shoulders instead...

Will double red donations work better for reducing Hematocrit levels? I'm scheduled to donate double red on 21 March. My mistake, the above entries dated 26 and 28 Feb pretty much answered my question. I'll read more previous posts before posting questions again. Thank you BigFred32 and...