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Try levothyroxine for suspected subclinical hypothyroidism and brain fog

Good morning, having a TSH always tending to high , averaging 3.50 or 4 MicrUi/ML I am thinking of trying lavo-thyroxine and see if it solves my mental fog accompanied by confusion and poor concentration. I was thinking of something like 25 micrograms to start , does anyone have experience? Thanks
- IlMarco
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- Apr 16, 2025
- brain fog concentrations in healthy men confusion ft3 ft4 hormone levels and symptoms thyroid tsh
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Very high trt starting dose?

After looking over my latest blood results my doctor made the decision to start me on trt. My test levels were 9nmo/l and she also said my gh levels were at 50% of what they should be. Everything else came back good (Estradiol, liver, kidney, shbg etc) My concern is the starting dose of 250mg...
- Oz
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- Mar 6, 2019
- confusion high dose protocol starting dose starting trt trt
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- 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