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29 or 30G Needles

Hello Community, I'm about to purchase a new box of needles for my TRT injections. I've been using 27G, which has been much better than the 23G my doctor had initially instructed me to use. But with long-term test. injections, I want to use as small of needles as possible, to minimize scare...
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- Jun 15, 2023
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- Forum: "How to" Guides
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43 Year-old Male's TRT Journey

I'm a 43 year-old, diagnosed with hypogonadism nearly two years ago. My T level was tested several times, ranging from 60-250ng/dl, before the diagnosis was made. I was started out on 40.5mg gel, then increased to 81mg, but even at 81mg my T levels didn't exceed 250ng/dl. My endocrinologist...
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- Oct 7, 2021
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- 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