varicocele

  1. madman

    US imaging varicoceles

    Abstract Background: Varicoceles have been considered for a long time as potentially correctable causes for male infertility, even though the correlation of this condition with infertility and sperm damage is still debated. Objective: To present a summary of the evidence evaluation for...
  2. C

    Possible malpractice lawsuit? (bad protocol and surgery)

    Hey, guys. Firstly, I’m not the kind of person whose first instinct is to sue a doctor if the results aren’t satisfactory because they are human after all, and I also don’t need the money. However, I’ll provide you a timeline of doctor visits, semen analysis results, medications, surgery, etc...
  3. A

    Semen/Test after Varicocele Repair

    Hi, Has anyone got their testicle varicocele repaired and found success? I have on my left side and because of that my left testicles has become small. I also have low testosterone and low sperm count. I am guessing its because of varicocele. I will be super lucky if my sperm count returns to...
  4. Nelson Vergel

    Varicolele Repair Surgery Improves Testosterone

    Some other studies showed no effect, though. Objective: To investigate effect of microsurgical varicocele repair on sexual functions and serum total testosterone level in infertile hypogonadal men with varicocele, and also to determine factors that might predict improvement in total...
  5. M

    Can HCG Monotherapy Reverse Testicular Atrophy Caused by Varicocele?

    I have read through many stories on here about individuals who successfully reversed TRT-induced testicular atrophy using HCG. I have also read a litany of medical studies that demonstrated a similar result. While this is certainly encouraging, I am left wondering whether HCG can also reverse...
  6. L

    Possible Varicocele, Low T, and Low LH

    I'm 37 and have been battling low T (200-300 range) for several years now. I also have had the symptoms of a Varicocele, such as dull pain in left testicle especially after exercising, comes on later in the day, and gets better from lying down. My left testicle hangs down really far and I...
  7. W

    Still struggling

    So it's been about two years since I became symptomatic due to varicoceles I'm 27 was 25 when it started long story short they started hurting after lifting one day randomly then I got depressed and dick stopped working felt numb and cold couldent figure out why got diagnosed with varicoceles on...
  8. L

    36 with 121 ng/dL and testicle issues...I'm lost

    I have a testicle that descended late and was always smaller than the other. Now the larger testicle has shrunk to match the other. It started with leg and testicle pain and really nothing has been solved. I have bilateral vericocele and small cysts. I have possible epididymo orchitis on the...
  9. S

    HPTA Restart after Varicocele Surgery?

    I have been on TRT for 10 months. Regimen is 80mg Test Cyp q 3.5 and 150IU HCG daily. Current labs are TT - 1091, FT - 23, Sensitive E - 32. Numbers are textbook and body comp really changed over last 10 months - went from 20% to 11% body fat - but the side effects - sleep, acne, weak orgasms...
  10. Nelson Vergel

    Varicocele Surgery Improves Testosterone and Sexual Function

    Urology. 2016 May 16. pii: S0090-4295(16)30194-7. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.04.044. [Epub ahead of print] Improvements in Patient Reported Sexual Function after Microsurgical Varicocelectomy. Najari BB1, Introna L2, Paduch DA3. Abstract OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether varicocelectomy...
  11. Nelson Vergel

    When is a varicocele repair indicated: the dilemma of hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction?

    Asian J Androl. 2015 Dec 18. doi: 10.4103/1008-682X.169560. [Epub ahead of print] When is a varicocele repair indicated: the dilemma of hypogonadism and erectile dysfunction? In the past, the indications for varicocelectomy are primarily for infertility with abnormal semen parameters, testicular...
TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

TRT Hormone Predictor

Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone

⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This tool provides predictions based on statistical models and should NOT replace professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your TRT protocol.

ℹ️ Input Parameters

Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

Predicted Hormone Levels

Enter your total testosterone value to see predictions

Results will appear here after calculation

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

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