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Question about hcg monotherapy!

Hi, thinking if going back on hcg even though now my levels are normal! 24nmol in last blood test! Mainly looking to boost libido and energy etc. Libido was good on hcg before! Doctor was willing to prescribe again! I know that hcg is supressive of lh and fsh so my question is will it act in a...
- Jonny2023
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- Oct 13, 2023
- hcg
- Replies: 4
- Forum: When TRT Is Not Enough (ED, Libido, & More)
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Does anyone have experience coming off hcg?

I recently stopped taking testosterone after 8 weeks! Didn't feel good on it and thought I would be better coming off and doing what I can to optimize own levels as I've seen decent levels before without trt even though they have been low as well! Been off it nearly a month (was on 75 then...
- Jonny2023
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- Aug 8, 2023
- hcg pct trt
- Replies: 1
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Advice for quitting trt after 2 months?

Thinking of quitting trt and prioritising my own production of testosterone. Before going on I done 2 tests, one was 9nmol and one was 14nmol however at the times of those tests I was under a lot of stress and mental health was on the deck. I have seen it as high as 27nmol with supplements but...
- Jonny2023
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- Jul 13, 2023
- trt
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Advice on blood test results?

Hi, I'm looking to get some advice about my recent blood test! I started trt about a month ago after testing 14nmol with symptoms. Also tested 9nmol a few months back showing low T again. Also done a test which said 18nmol with nhs which tells me it's not always low but decided to give trt a go...
- Jonny2023
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- Jun 18, 2023
- Replies: 23
- 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