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    Building a TRT protocol around hCG

    Don't get me wrong. It's great if HCG works for you, in whatever combination. I'm just sceptical when people seem to jump to conclusions and generalize them (sometimes Nelson did it when it comes to estrogen or hcg). Regarding Anastrozole and the brain or brain blood barrier: Here are key...
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    Building a TRT protocol around hCG

    Do you know "your capacity to handle E2 without adverse effects or loss of symptomatic benefit."?
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    Building a TRT protocol around hCG

    That "Janoshik-verified potent hCG" and the costs of hcg might be limiting for some men. Cortex also often mentioned estrogen control as a key factor. Yet another protocol on which he feels great... Good news if that hcg solves your libido problem!
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    Thyroid , would boosting T4 help anything

    Your fT3 is in the middle. This seems to be fine. I wouldn't mess around with it. TSH is good too.
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    High HCT low iron

    Post in thread 'Iron Supplementation Protocol to Raise Ferritin FAST While on TRT: The Vorck Protocol' Iron Supplementation Protocol to Raise Ferritin FAST While on TRT: The Vorck Protocol - Page 9 - Excel Male TRT Forum Maybe this interests you
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    Thyroid , would boosting T4 help anything

    It might increase shbg
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    Elevated Hematocrit from Testosterone Therapy vs High-Altitude Adaptation: A Comparative Analysis

    Post in thread 'Does a high hematocrit change your blood's clotting profile? High altitude vs TRT.' Does a high hematocrit change your blood's clotting profile? High altitude vs TRT. - Excel Male TRT Forum
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    Testogel and HCG

    Yes. Some men need 1000IU per week. Often discussed topic, you can find many threads here.
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    Ultimate guide to carnivore diet

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    Male...gaining slight fat with cellulite in thighs all of a sudden even with normal lab results

    That's what our "big brother" thinks: "Rapid onset" cellulite in men is **uncommon** because the structure of male connective tissue (collagen bands running in a criss-cross pattern) and generally thicker skin make cellulite less prevalent and typically less severe than in women. True cellulite...
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    Male...gaining slight fat with cellulite in thighs all of a sudden even with normal lab results

    I find the rapid onset strange. Imo a dermatologist is the right expert to consult with.
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    Male...gaining slight fat with cellulite in thighs all of a sudden even with normal lab results

    Do you really mean cellulite or rather stretch marks? I think you should consult a dermatologist. https://drkellyann.com/blogs/news/cellulite-vs-stretch-marks
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    Male...gaining slight fat with cellulite in thighs all of a sudden even with normal lab results

    To me that seems like crazy talk. If I spin that further, that's why all women are ripped.
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    Methylene Blue Pros and Cons

    DeepSeek: methylene blue and hematocrit 1. **Laboratory Interference (Most Significant Impact):** * **How it Happens:** Methylene blue is a potent blue dye. Modern hematology analyzers measure hematocrit (Hct) indirectly, often using **photometric methods** (light absorption) or...
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    DHT Cream Plus Testosterone Propionate = Major Libido Boost

    https://russianstarpeptides.com/product/dht-heptonate/ Injectable DHT
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    DHT Cream Plus Testosterone Propionate = Major Libido Boost

    Probably same pros and cons as with T cream vs TE injections regarding hormones fluctuations and costs.
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    Testosterone anxiety?

    Yes. Yes. The stimulatory effect of T can cause anxiety in some men. Sometimes an imbalance of dht to e2 can cause anxiety. Most likely it's too much of either t, dht, or e2. Lowering the dose should ease/resolve the anxiety. You can increase the dose later, if needed. Your body/brain might need...
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    Modulation of circulating free testosterone fraction by T, DHT and estradiol during TRT

    Maybe less fT is reduced or aromatised? That's another piece of the puzzle, unfortunately many claim that fT is increased because shbg is lowered (correlation). Isn't anybody in this forum who tested this by measuring free T, E2, DHT? Is there even a test for free DHT? Whenever I added...
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    DHT Cream Plus Testosterone Propionate = Major Libido Boost

    Yes, and so are the shipping costs to Europe (50$).
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    Modulation of circulating free testosterone fraction by T, DHT and estradiol during TRT

    Correlation vs causation The causation model is complex. There are HRT experts that prescribe proviron to increase fT and I believe them when they claim that they observed a steady increase of fT (vs a transient increase) while having a continuous (daily) additional input of exogenous hormones.
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    Limited lab testing by endocrinologists

    Same here. One urologist claimed that only TT matters. That's why this forum is so helpful in obtaining objective state-of-art information as well as anecdotal experience.
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    Looking for honest advice on hematocrit

    Change your doc/provider and be honest about your dosage.
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    Blood test feedback (incl before, during, after KETO - impressive results)

    Maybe TRT is the solution for you. I guess you need to try it.
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    Blood test feedback (incl before, during, after KETO - impressive results)

    Meant also ft3, ft4 because of your complaints (body fat, sleep, libido). Imho everyone has a different set point for body fat. It can be within a healthy range, however, just not fitting your/our expectations of a lean body. Even on super physiological levels of testosterone many men have to...
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    Blood test feedback (incl before, during, after KETO - impressive results)

    You could vary carbs during the day, having in the evening or before bed a higher carb meal/snack.
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    Blood test feedback (incl before, during, after KETO - impressive results)

    Don't know what your off keto diet is but maybe a lower-carb diet is beneficial. I would also look at thyroid hormones.
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    Everything in range except E2 and LH almost at upper limit

    See an urologist for "sort of a tenderness or pain in my right testicle"
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    9 years on Gel - Switch to Injection - Effect on HCT?

    The gel seems to work well for you. Did you also test the trough T level? You can always go back to gel if the injections turn out to be inferior. If the gel is androgel 1%, you could switch to androgel 1.6%, so that you need only 2-3 pumps of gel instead of 4 pumps and benefit from quicker...
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    Managing the Testosterone-to-Estradiol Ratio in Men on TRT

    DHT is missing in this summary (studies) and its ratio to E
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

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.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

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