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TRT effect on Thrombocytopenia and platelet counts

When I started TRT roughly 10 years ago, I was diagnosed with Thrombocytopenia due to my low platelet counts. For the first few years of TRT my counts were around the 75-90 range consistently, where 150 is considered normal. But since those first few years, my platelet counts have gradually...
- jdthoosier
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- Jan 18, 2024
- platelets thrombocytopenia
- Replies: 6
- Forum: Blood Test Discussion
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Testosterone and Platelet Count

Just wanted to share an observation while being on Testosterone. I have Immune Thrombocytopenia where my system eats up a % of my platelets regularly. Hematologist doesn't know why just happens. I've noticed that when I'm on T my platelet count goes up to around 120 to 130 every time...
- Smokin Joe
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- Oct 26, 2022
- platelets
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Testosterone and Men's Health Articles
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Low Platelets with HIGH H/H

I've been on TRT for about 2 years and have always been slightly paranoid about my higher Hematocrit and Hemoglobin. Hemoglobin usually runs around 18 (13.2-17.1) and Hematocrit usually runs around 52% ( 38.5-50). I've already done the donate blood / crash Ferritin thing and so I no longer...
- Vulgr
- Thread
- Apr 8, 2019
- hematocrit hemoglobin platelets
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Testosterone Side Effect Management

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