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TRT Bloodwork results/questions for 33 YO

What does HCG do with a TRT regiment and why is it needed?
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- Mar 7, 2024
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Lexapro & Testosterone

Old post I know, but wanted to respond. I've been on TRT for 3 years (33yo). Good results, but off and on libido issues, some ed issues, depression, anxiety. Doctor prescribed 10mg Lexapro today. Should I just take 5mg to start? Really worried about making my sex drive issues worse and ed issues...
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- Mar 7, 2024
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TRT Bloodwork results/questions for 33 YO

I never did. I have. My doctor has never really mentioned it
- normisthegoat1991
- Post #7
- Mar 7, 2024
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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TRT Bloodwork results/questions for 33 YO

I always do my labs right before I'm due for an injection. Job is definitely stressful, but not more so than normal. I'm not handling stress as well as normal. I take Vitamin D every day. Zinc, vitamin D, and a multi vitamin. Haven't checked ferritin levels. Not sure if I have sleep apnea...
- normisthegoat1991
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- Mar 7, 2024
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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TRT Bloodwork results/questions for 33 YO

Week old bloodwork. Saw my doctor today to review. He said levels seem fine despite me feeling like crap. TT was 750 in November (when I was feeling good). 600 now
- normisthegoat1991
- Post #3
- Mar 7, 2024
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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TRT Bloodwork results/questions for 33 YO

-Age: 33 -Height: 5'8 Weight: 165 -TRT Regiment: 120mg per week (60 MG every 3.5 days) doctor prescribed and monitored. -Sleep 6-7 hours (waking up a lot in middle of night though) -Diet: Inconsistent. Not great, but not horrible -Workout: HIIT and lift. 3-4 times per week. -Work: Supply Chain...
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- Mar 7, 2024
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- 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