Those that are on HCG or were taking it, Do or did you feel worse on it? If so what symptoms does it give you?
Do you feel better with an AI, if not I wouldn't take it.It is suspected in my case that HCG is involved with increasing my estradiol levels. That is ok with me and I will take and control the increase of estradiol with anastrozole as opposed to stopping HCG. I feel good taking HCG. Nothing negative at all. Even with recent high estradiol levels I was feeling well.
I've always use 500iu of HCG every 3 1/2 days, but not every needs or uses HCG.Those that are on HCG or were taking it, Do or did you feel worse on it? If so what symptoms does it give you?
It is suspected in my case that HCG is involved with increasing my estradiol levels. That is ok with me and I will take and control the increase of estradiol with anastrozole as opposed to stopping HCG. I feel good taking HCG. Nothing negative at all. Even with recent high estradiol levels I was feeling well.
I feel nothing from it at any dosage. I use only to keep my testes functioning.
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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.
Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.
The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.
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DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038