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Comprehensive Blood Work for ED - What is Needed?

I've had ongoing issues with ED for about a year now. I generally have zero issues with achieving an erection and my libido doesn't seem to be a problem. However, I struggle to get full, 100% erections and I lose them easily. They tend to slowly go down over time. I generally cannot, and do not...
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- May 3, 2017
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Help /w Erectile Dysfunction

Short Version: Did a steroid cycle consisting of Test, Tren, and T3. Issues maintaining erections began during the cycle. I tried controlling prolaction and estrogren to no avail. Cialis and Viagra worked for erection quality and frequency, but not for erection maintenance. I ran post cycle...
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- Dec 21, 2016
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- Forum: Blood Test Discussion

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