Test cyp 6 months - still can't dial in

huynhquachuy

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Hi guys,

Bit of context, I’m a 28-year-old male. I started TRT because of brain fog and wanting better muscle gains. When I first started Test Cypionate at 100 mg per week divided into 3 injections, I felt great for the first few weeks. But then I developed insomnia, bloating, and ED.


I lowered my dose to 50 mg every 5 days, and now I can actually sleep — my sleep has been great for the past month. But I still have no libido and persistent ED, and I can’t maintain an erection at all.


Do you think the issue is high estrogen or high free testosterone? I haven't really introduce AI to my trt yet. I'm keen to dial in just on testosterone itself with frequency and dosage


I appreciate all your comments.
 

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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.

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The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

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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.

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