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Lost some weight. Free, Total, E2 are now high. Options?

I've been on a fairly standard Defy protocol that hasn't changed much in 2.5 years. M-W-F injections 50 cypionate, 300 HCG, 50 mg DHEA, .25 Arimidex (not now). As I've lost weight, my levels have all shot up. 01-2017 242 lbs 283 Total Start TRT 08-2017 (240 lbs) Total - 646 Free - 22.22...
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- Sep 2, 2019
- hcg + trt lowering e2 stopping trt
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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High RDW

Any insights into high RDW? LabCorp Range (12.3 - 15.4) 2016 - RDW 14.7% - Tail end of SAD (Pre TRT) 2017 - RDW 14.7% - Semi Low Carb (6 Months TRT - started Jan 1 2017) 2018 - RDW 15.6% - Semi Low Carb - High 2018 - RDW 16.2% - Carnivore 4 Months - High 2019 - RDW 16.5% - Carnivore 10 Months...
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- Aug 29, 2019
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Tell my trainer I'm on TRT?

On TRT 1.5 years. Never stepped foot in a gym. Started lifting 6 weeks ago. Joined a gym and hired a coach. I've set PR's every session on my big lifts. Pretty close to zero DOMS. My coach is amazed at my progression. I tell him it's because of my carnivore way of eating....but we all know...
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- Aug 23, 2018
- trainer
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- Forum: Workouts & Routines
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How do you know if 650, 800, or 1000 Total Testosterone is best for you?

Since starting TRT Jan 2017 I've gone from 283 (Dec) -> 563 (Mar) -> 645 (Oct) on a 250-1100 range. No change in protocol after my October meeting. Without changing protocol on your own, how would you know if 750 trough is where you feel good most days? Or maybe 925 is where you feel that...
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- Oct 23, 2017
- 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