hypogonadism; pca; testosterone; mens health

Do Low Testosterone Levels Cause Prostate Cancer? Harvard Urologist Explains

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler talks about how low testosterone—not high—might actually be the real risk factor for prostate cancer, challenging decades of outdated beliefs. 00:28 – Historical Beliefs and Misconceptions For decades, doctors thought testosterone fueled prostate cancer like...
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- Jul 28, 2025
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- Forum: Prostate Related Issues
Testosterone on Trial: Debunking the Prostate Cancer Myth

Is testosterone truly the villain in prostate cancer, or have we been misled for decades? In this episode of Optimized Health, Josh Porter sits down with world-renowned urologist and testosterone researcher Dr. Abraham Morgentaler to unravel one of the most persistent myths in medicine. They...
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- Jun 2, 2025
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- Forum: Testosterone and Men's Health Articles

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