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Hello everyone! I am a 38 year old married male. Since about 25 years old I have had slow onset of little issues that have become worse and worse. I am wondering if it's low testosterone. I just don't feel like the person I used to be. I used to love taking the boat out on the weekends. I loved doing yard work and other activities. I enjoyed date night with the wife and we had a great sex life. I have next to no sex drive now.


A urologist tested me roughly 6 years ago. My testosterone was roughly 460. He said trt therapy wouldn't benefit me.


Here is the list of meds I take


20mg Ritalin 3 times daily for concentration

20mg celexa daily for depression

Wellbutrin twice daily for depression

10mg Ambien to sleep at night

Generic viagra for sex. I really don't use since I have no drive


I have also been putting on weight for the last two years and don't really know why. The extra weight makes everything even harder. I look at food and the scale jumps. I am also irritable a lot more. I get overwhelmed easily and get agitated. I feel like the character Walter from Jeff Dunham. I also strangely don't feel hunger sensations much anymore. I will eat, but I don't get that feeling like wow! I am hungry for some dinner.


I had my testosterone tested again at the end of November. It was around 9:45 in the morning. My level was 177ngl. I thought that was a bit low. The nurse on the phone said I am normal. Anything over 175 is a normal reading.


I need opinions from people getting treated for low testosterone.


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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