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    Does arthritic elbow mean I can't lift weights?

    I've had tons of joint issues, they come with lifting and living, but thankfully they've all pretty much resolved and I'm lifting as much as ever for the most part. Look through the tread "Fixes for Joint Issues." A few highlights and things I need to go back and add to the other thread: - DMSO...
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    Latest developments in Parkinson's disease biomarkers

    Vitamin D is apparently helpful for PD, as with so many other things https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2025/05/26/vitamin-d-and-parkinsons-disease.aspx Also, I heard an interview with Dr. Bredesen where he said his dementia reversal protocol was showing benefit for...
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    About to Start a New Protocol

    This is an essential point and one that doesn't get nearly enough emphasis. I'm so used to doing this that I completely missed it but thanks to Phil for bringing it up
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    About to Start a New Protocol

    Your plan and reasoning seems sound. An observation however...It sounds like you need to develop the ability to act independently from your Doctor, both for practical reasons (most of us have had to make dozens of tweaks to get to where we are in a good spot which would have been frustrating and...
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    Starting TRT Soon

    I've had a higher RHR for a while and I can't pinpoint why but I remember it being lower pre-TRT (that was eight years ago) so it's an ongoing mystery for me.
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    Updated Labs - Help Please

    For joint/injury issues, my main go-to is DMSO, but recently I added Boswellia extract, curcumin, and red light, all of which seem to help. I've kept my T/HCG dose consistent for 8 years or so.
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    Updated Labs - Help Please

    I currently do 45mg T-cyp twice per week plus, HCG 200 twice per week, plus a pre-workout micro-dose of Oxandrolone and/or Nandrolone for a total (T pluse Ox/N) of around 180-220 per week. I also use PT-141 200mcg once per week, 7 mg tadalafil daily and BPC 157 from time to time. I also add...
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    Updated Labs - Help Please

    Several observations: 2.5 mg per day is a very low dose of Tadalafil. Many of us had the back-pain issues resolve after trying it several times and a dose around 5-7mg per day seems reasonable. Have you triad viagra or levitra? Creaky joints sounds like low estrogen but your early numbers look...
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    About to Start a New Protocol

    Independent of who your doctor is, if you're going to raise your dose, do it slowly enough so that you can assess the impact. I agree with dosing twice per week, but if you raise the total, going up by 10mg per month seems like a reasonable progression so that you have a chance to identify a...
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    Low Test Levels & Lingering Symptoms at 24 After Teen Cycle —Clomid/Enclomiphene Worth Trying?

    I was only suggesting Enclomiphene as an option for a temporary jumpstart. Some people recover without something like that, but some don't, or take much longer. It seems low risk to try. Sleep issues alone could cause much of your issue. Some people respond well to melatonin. Also, the Sleep...
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    HCG to combat testicular atrophy and low libido

    As far as HCG goes, I don't know any reason not to stay on it if it is giving you benefit, assuming you are on a moderate dose. There was a clinic (the one bought by Tony Robbins IIRC) that recommended coming off for a month or two every year because they felt there was a risk of developing an...
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    Is DHT suppression that detrimental?

    In my observation of this topic. it is pretty clear that some people really need and benefit from DHT and others that don't seem to have much of a response to it, so I don't think there is one answer to your question. There is also the issue that some people can seem to tolerate low levels for a...
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    Low Test Levels & Lingering Symptoms at 24 After Teen Cycle —Clomid/Enclomiphene Worth Trying?

    First, I would say that yes, clomid/enclomiphene at a low dose (e.g. 12mg every other day to start) seems like a low risk thing to try that might help, however equally important is that you are not doing other things that could cause your symptoms. Ultra-low-carb is likely not a great idea in...
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    Researchers Reveal the Alarming Long-Term Risks of Steroid Use

    I clicked all the links I saw here and didn't see any actual underlying data on the AAS use and other related markers. For example it would have been nice to know things like how much of the issue was due to uncontrolled blood pressure, what was the comparison of dose/duration to event type and...
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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