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Anyone have luck coming off TRT?

I’m 47 years olds and suffered a depressive episode about 2 years ago. I was cycled through several Anti-depressants over several months and none worked. My testosterone was checked on 2 separate days in the morning and was found to be in the mid to low 100 range. I was started on TRT 1 year...
- mg707
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- Nov 27, 2019
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Low cortisol and low testosterone

Currently treating a pituitary tumor, and Im new to TRT. Was placed on TRT(cypionate injections) about a week ago, and took my first shot of 200ml, which I plan on splitting the dosage next time into 2 weeks. My biggest concern is that not only has this pituitary tumor caused a deficiency in my...
- greenwaters
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- Mar 18, 2019
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TRT And Cortisol

Can someone explain to me the relationship with TRT and cortisol? I have very high urine cortisol numbers and im trying to bring them down. cortisol is around 140 normal being (0-50) ive ruled out cushings. I recently started TRT (3 weeks ago) and i heard it can help lower cortisol as well.
- albert9000
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- Aug 30, 2018
- cortisol trt testosterone
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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