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TRT Doctor in Louisville, KY/Indiana

Hey, All. I'm currently looking for a TRT doctor in Northern KY/South Indiana. The one I'm currently seeing is ignoring symptoms that I'm experiencing, and I just can't continue with him. Defy is definitely a strong option, but it'd be nice to have a local doctor that is knowledgeable in this...
- lamplight
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- Apr 29, 2021
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Doctor and Clinic Reviews
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Two days in. ED is a problem

Hello, all. Long story short my testosterone was low(195), and I’m 32 years old. Doctor put me on testosterone cream. 50mg/1ML once per day I rub that on my rib cage, and let it dry for 5-10 minutes before putting shirt back on. Should I do something different? Take more or less? My sex...
- lamplight
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- Apr 21, 2021
- erectil dysfunction
- Replies: 16
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Lipoderm Gel - Scrotal

I was prescribed Lipoderm Testosterone. The prescription was sent to a compounding pharmacy from my urologist. I called and asked if there was no alcohol in the Lipoderm gel, and was told that it is made without alcohol. Would this be safe for applying to the Scrotum? Thank you!
- lamplight
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- Apr 17, 2021
- test gel
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Constant need to move legs/stretch...

Hello, I've been on TRT/HCG(Defy-Dr Saya) for a week now. Over the last 48 hours I've had the constant need to move my legs. I've read that this could be RLS, but I'm not 100 % sure. Last night was the worst. The only thing that calmed me down was the lavender in my diffuser, but then I woke...
- lamplight
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- Oct 18, 2018
- side effects
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Week to Week Journal

Hello, all. I'm excited to finally get going with Defy medical. I'm 30 years old, but I've been off testosterone since 2011/2012(24/25) - When the issue was found by PCP. Height: 6'3" Weight: 220 Back then my levels were around 300ish but seem like my levels have taken a pretty steep...
- lamplight
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- Sep 11, 2018
- testosterone basics
- 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