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Has anyone felt better with more fluctuations (perhaps mimicking diurnal patterns)?

Most TRT regimens seem to use test C and test E and keep levels relatively stable. Most using these don't experience the natural diurnal fluctuations that would occur naturally (rising in morning, lowering in afternoon, and rising again at night / early am). Has anyone felt better after adding...
- JustPanicNoDisco
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- Jul 1, 2021
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- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
Seasonal Changes of LH and Testosterone in Men

"We demonstrate a clear seasonal fluctuation of both LH and testosterone in a large sample of adult human males. As expected, testosterone appears directly related to LH, but the annual fluctuation of these two hormones is not synchronous. LH shows a bi-annual fluctuation, with two peaks reached...
- Nelson Vergel
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- Jan 14, 2020
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- Forum: Testosterone and Men's Health Articles

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