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You're right of course Charlie that many on this forum are here because they are having issues and/or trying to find ways to minimize side effects. But that doesn't necessarily mean that the "old protocols" work for the majority who are not seeking out advice ono forums.

I would be very curious to know what percentage of patients stick with TRT more than one year. My guess is that the drop rate is very substantial. Consider the typical case -generalist physician gives some poor bastard a 25 gauge x 1" harpoon for bi-weekly injection rollercoaster with excessive dose and AI. What could possibly go wrong? Guy feels wonderful for a month and then shitty for the next eleven.

[QUOTE="Willyt, post: 259794, member: 38668"] You're right of course Charlie that many on this forum are here because they are having issues and/or trying to find ways to minimize side effects. But that doesn't necessarily mean that the "old protocols" work for the majority who are not seeking out advice ono forums. I would be very curious to know what percentage of patients stick with TRT more than one year. My guess is that the drop rate is very substantial. Consider the typical case -generalist physician gives some poor bastard a 25 gauge x 1" harpoon for bi-weekly injection rollercoaster with excessive dose and AI. What could possibly go wrong? Guy feels wonderful for a month and then shitty for the next eleven. [/QUOTE]

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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