menopause; hrt; t/estradiol; women's health

Menopause: What Every Woman Should Know

* Julie Spencer—an expert in women's health within the field of urology—delivers a comprehensive overview of menopause. She emphasizes the diverse and often under-recognized spectrum of symptoms, including hot flashes, sleep disturbances, mood swings, weight gain, joint pain, vaginal dryness...
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- Aug 2, 2025
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- Forum: HRT in Women
Understanding Menopause as a Hormone Deficiency

Dr. Louise Newson, a menopause specialist, shares her journey and passion for increasing awareness and knowledge of perimenopause and menopause. She discusses the importance of understanding menopause as a disease and hormone deficiency, challenging the stigma and misconceptions surrounding...
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- Oct 14, 2024
- menopause; hrt; t/estradiol; women's health
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- Forum: HRT in Women

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