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Empty sella update

Of course he will tell you it is not needed. Most doctors are scared or not up to date on growth hormone. It has a lot of positive affects. Look up Magic Foundation they have tons of good info. Thing with IGF-1 you need to be off your testosterone replacement to get a good baseline. For example...
- Neil Olson
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- Apr 1, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Empty sella update

Have you talked to your doc about growth hormone? I am currently taking it.
- Neil Olson
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- Apr 1, 2014
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Hello from Colorado

Hello from Colorado. A little about myself. I grew up growth hormone deficient, and have been diagnosed as an adult. I also have low testosterone, and thyroid. To say I feel horrible is an understatement. I was born with a defect in the bone structure which smashes my pituitary. Finding a good...
- Neil Olson
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- Apr 1, 2014
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- Forum: Introductions

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