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Is lower LDL cholesterol associated with lower androgen and erectile dysfunction in men?

Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2018 Dec;28(12):1304-1310. doi: 10.1016/j.numecd.2018.08.006. Epub 2018 Aug 31. Is lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol associated with lower androgen and erectile dysfunction in men? Chen C1, Zhai H1, Huang G2, Cheng J1, Xia F1, Zhao L1, Chen Y1, Chen Y1, Han...
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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