hypogonadism; fertility/sperm; gonadotropins

Fertility & Men’s Health: Myths, Facts, and Solutions

Our expert panel from the Desai Sethi Urology Institute explored key topics in male infertility and men’s health, including navigating the fertility journey, conceiving after testosterone therapy, fatherhood post-vasectomy, and optimizing reproductive health. They debunked myths, shared facts...
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Approaching treatment of male infertility: the APHRODITE criteria

INTRODUCTION We have the privilege to introduce a groundbreaking advancement in the field of male infertility to the readers of IBJU: the APHRODITE criteria (1), short for “Addressing male Patients with Hypogonadism and/or infeRtility Owing to altereD, Idiopathic TEsticular function.” Named...
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- Jan 5, 2025
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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