peri/post menopause; estradiol; testosterone; cvd

Sex Hormones and CVD in Relation to Menopause

Sex Hormones and Cardiovascular Disease in Relation to Menopause (2023) Catherine Kim, MD, MPH, Melissa Wellons, MD, MHS INTRODUCTION Natural menopause is defined as the cessation of menstruation among women who have not undergone a hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy. The cessation of...
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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