In this powerful episode of e-Health Matters, Dr Oskar is joined by Professor Geoff Hackett, leading expert in urology and sexual medicine, to discuss a topic that affects millions of men but is still surrounded by silence: erectile dysfunction (ED).
What you’ll learn:
What causes ED — from stress and medications to diabetes and testosterone
Causes of erectile dysfunction in young men
How to know if it’s physical or psychological
The truth about treatments: tablets, injections, lifestyle changes & more
The reality about herbal remedies for ED
Is erectile dysfunction a sign of low testosterone or diabetes?
Which ED treatment is right for you
Why morning erections matter – and what they say about your health
How to have open conversations with your partner
Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or just want to learn more, this is the ultimate guide to understanding and treating ED, with honesty and expertise.
* I think erectile dysfunction, we should really begin to think of erectile dysfunction as subclinical atherosclerosis until proven otherwise
Is your patient’s sexual dysfunction an early indicator of serious cardiovascular disease? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Amy Pearlman teams up with preventative cardiologist Dr. Dapo Iluyomade to discuss the relationship between erectile dysfunction (ED) and cardiovascular disease, and the holistic approach needed to prevent both of these chronic conditions from...
* “A lot of people think that testosterone controls erectile function, and therefore, ‘I have ED, so I’m going to go to the low-T center and get more testosterone for my ED,’” he says. “That may help if they have low T, but if they have normal T or if their T is even just a little bit low, that’s probably not the primary thing that’s causing their erectile dysfunction, nor is it the primary treatment.”...
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.
