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Need advice on first lab results, my initial Defy consultation is 5 weeks away

Just received my first labs after 3 months of TRT. I started with 100mg cypionate E3.5D (IM) for the first 3 weeks, changed to 50mg e3.5D (IM) after experiencing symptoms of high estradiol. I tried .25 arimidex in Sept and the next day both knees hurt and suffered a L quad tendon strain. Haven't...
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- Nov 23, 2016
- Replies: 21
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Which company makes your Testosterone Cypionate, do you have a preference?

I recently started TRT and have gotten off to kind of a rocky start. CVS gave me Sun Pharma Testosterone Cypionate, it's manufactured in India and I guess like most it's in cottonseed oil. I'd like to try one from a different manufacturer with my next refill. What are you guys using? If you've...
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- Nov 7, 2016
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Stopping TRT after 6 weeks, ok to quit cold turkey?

Started TRT with test cyp in Aug., first 3 weeks 100mg E3.5D. It became clear estradiol was high and doc changed it to 50mg E3.5D the next 3 weeks. No HCG and no AI initially, but added DIM-plus on week 3. On week 4 I got a Rx for anastrozole. I didn't do well with anastrozole. 1 day after...
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- Oct 8, 2016
- Replies: 8
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Can certain foods or cardio exercise help in lowering estradiol?

Just started TRT 3 weeks ago. The nurse practitioner prescribed 200mg testosterone cypionate a week, 100mg every 3.5 days, no AI or HCG. here are my first 5 injections, Tues 8/30 .5ml 100mg 8:45 am Fri 9/2 .5ml 100mg 9:20 pm Tues 9/6 .47ml 94mg 8:40 am Fri 9/9 .45ml 90mg 7:10 pm Tues 9/13...
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- Sep 16, 2016
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Hello from Missouri, started TRT 8/30, is 200 mg/week cypionate kind of high right out of the gate?

I recently saw a nurse practitioner (haven't been able to see the dr. yet) and was prescribed 200 mg/week of testosterone cypionate, my testosterone level was about 290. I'm 51, 6'1", 180lbs, energy levels/concentration have been pretty bad the last few years and stress pretty high. CVS gave me...
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- Sep 14, 2016
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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