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Just starting TRT

I am a 49 yr old male and have struggled with anxiety disorder for over 20 yrs. About a year and a half ago it became debilitating after having it under control with medication so my doctor started looking for answers. He found it when my lab work came back with a total test at 25! Lab results(...
- Johnnie8870
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- Jul 10, 2020
- anxiety protocols test cy test gel
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Injections and Scrotum Cream Protocol

What's up guys, I am curious to see the number of members that are running this type of protocol and what your results were. This is something I have been considering to increase my DHT levels and libido if it is worth it and cost effective. Any input is appreciated. What strength cream and...
- DJ87
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- Jan 26, 2020
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Daily Protocol Bloodwork Results!

So 7 weeks ago I switched to 14mg daily Test, and no ai. I got my bloodwork back this past Monday here are my results: Total test: 909 E2 29 SHBG 29.2 Free test 2.4 Hemoglobin 16.1 Hematocrit 46 Going daily basically gave me the same results as when I was on 40mg T and .25 ai EOD but I’ve...
- Indy57
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- Apr 13, 2019
- protocols testosterone
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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The Thread for Dialed-In Dudes

Are you dialed in? Got the four big areas of TRT on lock? Mood/Energy/Body Composition/Sexual Function If you do, well you’re probably not haunting this forum at midnight on a Saturday night. But if you do, please post your protocol below and a little about yourself (basic lab info, shbg...
- trt reznor
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- Jan 5, 2019
- protocols
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Switched to EOD and feeling worst

Guys, As some of you know, I recently changed protocols from weekly injections to every 3.5 days. That change was a pretty drastic decision on my part but I almost immediately felt the benefits of it and stayed the course for seven weeks before drawing blood the day before next injection...
- carkrazy
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- Sep 26, 2018
- and feel like i’m back at square one. every other day low shbg protocols
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Will I benefit more if I switch to EOD

I wanted to start another thread so not to get off topic with another thread I started. About 8 weeks ago I switched to 50mg of test every 3.5 days and feel pretty good on that protocol but feel there is room for Improvement. On this protocol I have not needed any AI’s which is one of the main...
- carkrazy
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- Sep 17, 2018
- every other day low shbg protocols
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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