edema on trt

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    Suggestion for edema with TRT

    Hello, I am a middle age man going back on injectable T after 1.62% gel not working predictably. Quit T gel two years ago. Gained 40 lbs. The extra weight makes running painful. Lift free weights--still fat. Issue: With injections I can get bad edema days after a shot. Going to be the same...
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    Hands Swelling At Night

    For the past week or so I've been experiencing some notable swelling in my fingers when I lay down to sleep at night. It gets bad enough to where I wake up at night because my right hand is totally numb and then I have to awkwardly shift sleeping position. My protocol is currently 20 mg test C...
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    Another water retention issue

    I am 55 and in good shape but had a 358 ng/dl T level and a FT of .46 ng/dl. I started TRT in January. I was prescribed .5cc Cypionate per week and quickly felt much better. However, over the first 4 months, I gained about 13 lbs, my pants were tight, and my ankles swelled substantially. I then...
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    Possible edema? Side-effect management?

    So I recently was put on this TRT routine: Begin T Cyp 200 mg/ml – 0.25 ml inject IM/SQ three time weekly Begin HCG 350 iu inject SQ three times weekly Begin Anastrozole 0.25mg by mouth three times weekly Begin DHEA 25 mg by mouth at night My first week I was feeling great. Within one month, I...
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    Edema on TRT

    I take 100 mg Test Cyp once a week. I seem to get edema around day 5 thru 7. Then when I take my next shot it goes away. I would have thought edema would be worse when test levels are higher but seems to be just the opposite for me. Any ideas why or anyone else experience this? Thanks
  6. Systemlord

    Prescribed hydrochlorothiazide for edema, how long till a stable state is reached?

    I was prescribed hydrochlorothiazide for the edema and wanted to know how long before this medication will reach its maximum effectiveness, the half life is lists as 6-15 hours. I have notice very positive results, improved mood, feeling more upbeat and erections on and off throughout the day...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

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