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Proviron on trt?

Is proviron (mesterolone) a viable alternative to aromatase inhibitors for managing estrogen on testosterone replacement therapy? This controversial thread examines the use of proviron, a DHT-derivative oral steroid that has been prescribed in European TRT protocols for decades but remains...
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- Apr 10, 2020
- estradiol arimidex testosterone trt adjustments
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- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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Causes of low estradiol

Hi, my estradiol is 6.1. I’m on 100mg test c weekly infused with anastrozole ( increased from 50 this week) 500 iu hcg twice weekly. Test is 340....should I start taking DHEA and pregnenolone? Been on trt 3 months. Newbie here just trying to figure things out. Thanks for any replies!
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- Feb 1, 2020
- Replies: 25
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management
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HCG necessary on trt if not interested in fertility?

Hi all..is taking hcg with test cyp important in a 64 y.o? Right now on 50 mg test cyp weekly with ai infused,and hcg 50 units twice weekly. Thanks!
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- Jan 30, 2020
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- Forum: Introductions
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Testosterone went lower after 12 weeks on 50 test cyp?

Hi 64 y.o. Here .. started at 450 testosterone level...after 12 weeks went down to 315..why? 170 lbs, 5’10...also on hcg twice week..
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- Jan 29, 2020
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Introductions

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