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How Much TRT Is Too Much?

Hi All, Thought I'd check in as I've found this site pretty cool and useful. My main question is why my free test is still only hovering around 300, with little to no E1,2, or 3, after treatments for over three months now. A quick recap: I started at 150mg cyp. with 500IU HcG weekly injections...
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- Oct 19, 2015
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Greetings and Introductions

Hi All, Thought I'd register and introduce myself after this site was recommended by a treatment provider for great support and info. I am a 28 year old male in California, and recently began TRT after disturbingly low numbers and years of symptoms. I'm here to read people's stories and learn...
- Hasty
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- Jul 14, 2015
- Replies: 5
- 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