Lab Results - 24 Months on TRT/15 Months on Daily Injections

CW,

I'm surprised that you do daily test but not daily HCG. I would think those to HCG shots would spike your E2 siginificantly, defeating the purpose of the daily test shots. You claim you've never taken an AI but how do you know your E2 isn't elevated those days and the next day after the HCG? I am an easy converter. I switched to 20mg test enth and 70iu HCG daily, been on for 4 days. The food you eat can also increase E2 (soy, conventional meats, even vegetables, sweet potatoes, etc).

I know my estradiol isn't elevated following my HCG shots because, at the six month mark of daily injections, I had blood drawn every day for eight days to satisfy, my doctor that my protocol was locked in. That was done here in Canada, where we have neither out of pocket medical costs and no sensitive estradiol assays (my sensitive testing is done in the States). So, to be completely accurate, it would be fair to say that estradiol did not increase in response to HCG administration when measured via the standard test My doctor has mused about writing up case reports on two or three of us but, as of yet, no paper has appeared.

Good luck with the protocol change. I hope you find success and will report back.
 

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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.

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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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