Anyone ever see any research that the reason could simply be maintaining a significant weight loss for 5+ years?
I have seen research that shows significant hormonal changes from weight loss and then never fully recovering even when eating a new maintenance calories. Potentially this scenario...
Got some new labs but not exactly what I was looking for. I guess its time to pay for my lab work out of pocket. Tired of doctors not ordering exactly what I ask for.
05/02/2016
T3 Reverse 28 (8-25)
T3 Total 61 (76-181)
T4 Total 6.7 (4.5-12)
TSH 2.1 (.4-4.5)
Total Testosterone 285...
Definitely going to Friday or Monday. Even just to see what they say. I am not wanting to jump on TRT without being sure its the right choice. This thread and site have given me a lot to consider first. Really appreciate it.
Alright, putting everything (except for the cortisol test and mri scan, as I am sure they will come back up in the future and will be good to have them done.) on hold.
I was kinda off put by how defensive my doc got when I made the suggestion of twice a week and with how quickly the thyroid...
Thanks for the great response. Going to take time to process it.
I would be doing at home injections so I suppose I can follow my own protocol on that one.
Second talk with this doctor was not as eventful.
Was prescribed 100 test cyp 1x a week. Wasn't comfortable with every 3 days or so but from what I have read tons of people have no problem with once a week.
An MRI of my pituitary.
25mg a day of Levothyroxine because of the TSH. Really not...
This was off clomid for several months. Will talk to the doctor Tuesday about full thyroid.
Updated first post with older bloods, not much info there though.
I am 29 and weight about 185lbs. been lifting for 3 years.
My testosterone has measured low various times over the years. As much as I should have done something about it I simply had not. I have a suspicion it has been this way ever since losing >100lbs 5 years or so ago. End of last year I...
Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone
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This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.
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Predicted Hormone Levels
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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.
