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1 year in on TRT

Well, it's been a full year since I started on TRT. For anyone new to this, I can tell you it is a process, at least for me it's been. No set and forget for this guy. So much has changed and I am definitely a completely different person than I was at this time last year. I sleep better and my...
- Bobrebooted
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- Sep 17, 2022
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Introduction and where I'm at now

Hey all! Just wanted to take a few minutes to introduce myself and give a bit of background, and of course a few questions to ask lol! Well, I'm about midway through my third-quarter of TRT. I say quarters as they require bloodwork every three months for the first year. The first three months...
- Bobrebooted
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- May 8, 2022
- Replies: 8
- 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