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Study Solves Testosterone’s Paradoxical Effects in Prostate Cancer

https://corporate.dukehealth.org/news/study-solves-testosterones-paradoxical-effects-prostate-cancer Probably explains why MTF trans have a 2 fold reduction in PCa but higher PSA when Dx, and why 5ARi reduce PCa risk but increase Gleason score cancers once they are Dx. No androgens present to...
- Wilson7
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- Sep 9, 2024
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- Forum: Prostate Related Issues
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TRT and Prostate Cancer - Why the Confusion?

I see there is some confusion over TRT and prostate cancer. So, I wanted to try to help clarify. For years it was accepted as a fact that androgens caused prostate cancer (PC), but new evidence has changed that view. Newer studies show that PC occurs in men with low T as often as those with...
- MikeXL
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- Aug 30, 2017
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- Forum: Prostate Related Issues

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