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No more arthritis

I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis 16 years ago. I've been taking humira or enbrel shots every other week for that entire time. Those medications worked very well for me and I basically live symptom free. I've been on T injections for a few months now because my total T was barely over...
- TravisO
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- May 13, 2018
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Testimonials
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Side effects help?

Hello, I'm in need of an explanation or support to resolve a problem relating to my trt experience. I'm 45 years old today, 6ft 1in, 165lbs, very fit, low body fat, excellent cardio with physical activity. I was diagnosed with low testosterone with a total testosterone level of 127. My...
- TravisO
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- Mar 11, 2018
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Questions for Specific Doctors & Experts
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New member Travis

45 years old, very active and fit. My energy has been depleted and libido has been non existent. Turns out my level was 117. I'm on my 2nd week of androgel 1.62%. I'm seeing some energy changes but dealing with heart palpitations now. Hoping to ride it out and enjoy life with normal levels
- TravisO
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- Mar 5, 2018
- Replies: 4
- Forum: Introductions
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Heart palpitations, normal?

Hello, new to this forum but I thought it would be a good place to start. I'm 45, in very good shape but struggled to get through each day. I see a rheumatologist and he found my testosterone to be at 117. I've been on androgel for 2 weeks and my heart flutters several times a day causing me to...
- TravisO
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- Mar 5, 2018
- Replies: 26
- 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