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New to Anastrozole

I've been on TRT for about 2 years now and have recently switched docs to Rand McClain in L.A. Nice dude. While I've not used an A.I. in the past, he's prescribing me one now, as my E2 is 44. I believe he's wanting me down in the 20 to 30 range. (not that we're treating numbers!) He's changing...
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- Aug 26, 2017
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Low Free T but good Total T?

Just made the switch from Clomid two months back to Cyp injections every 3rd day @ .2ml. While I'm scheduled for full lab work with my regular doctor at the end of the month, I went ahead with a very small test from Discounted Labs last week just to see where I stood on my total and free T, and...
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- Sep 9, 2016
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Transitioning from Clomid to T injections

Been on Clomid for about 9 months, and couldn't quite seem to get "feeling right" so beginning next week I'm moving to my first ever T injection. Is there any value in keeping with the clomid, at say 12.5mg, alongside my T injections for the first 2 weeks and then discontinue, or just...
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- Jun 17, 2016
- Replies: 13
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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