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Increased urination

So I've started TRT and on my third week. Having this one issue only. I'm constantly urinating. Like almost every hour more or less. It's a normal amount, no problems starting or stopping. I'm also taking T3 for hypothyroidism. Don't know if this is from testosterone or T3? Started both the...
- Nate1278
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- Sep 5, 2018
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- Forum: Questions for Specific Doctors & Experts
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Dialing in.

So I've pretty much gotten all my preliminary work done. Labs, physical etc.... Just need some honest answers. I'm 42 and have a two year old daughter. Married as well. Both of us work full time jobs, normal stress of life...all that jazz. My biggest concern right now with crossing this bridge...
- Nate1278
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- Jul 22, 2018
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- Forum: Questions for Specific Doctors & Experts
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Intro. Getting my lab work this Saturday.

I'm turning 42 this month. Had 3 testosterone test in my mid 30s. The first one was 120 TT and the final one was 210 several months later. At that point they considered it normal and quit testing. Never took started any trt before. Now I'm going through defy medical to see my options. I have...
- Nate1278
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- May 31, 2018
- Replies: 34
- 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