compounded; polythemia; erythrocytosis

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Minimizing Erythrocytosis w/ gels, pills, compounded dissolvables, daily injections?

I am currently on Natesto and while it works it is ultimately insufficient w/ a peak testosterone only around 400. I have covered studies on gels and pill options and it appears that pills are a very good approach with the softest effect on hematocrit. There is some debate in the literature and...
- AndrewP
- Thread
- Mar 18, 2024
- compounded; polythemia; erythrocytosis
- Replies: 11
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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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