Testosterone Therapy: To Boost or Not to Boost

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Fatigued? Libido fading? Muscle wasting away? You're the perfect candidate for testosterone therapy, at least according to those seductive TV commercials. There's certainly an ample market, with more than 1 in 3 men older than 45 suffering from a deficiency in the hormone responsible for masculine characteristics. But is low T therapy really a fountain of youth? Who benefits from it? And is it safe? In this episode, we talk to a urologist about what's often called the male menopause and when replacement therapy is the appropriate response.




Notable topics covered:

  • Does too much testosterone really cause "roid rage?"
  • Is declining testosterone inevitable? What are normal levels?
  • Natural ways to boost your testosterone
  • The symptoms that warrant going in for a blood test
  • Why testosterone use tripled in the century's first decade
  • Types of prescription testosterone: injections, gels, patches and, now, pills
  • Have concerns about heart side effects been debunked?
  • The connection between testosterone and prostate cancer
  • Testosterone's little-known precipitous drop: impending fatherhood
  • The causes of low testosterone
  • The difference between testosterone therapy and performance-enhancing steroids
 

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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.

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Normal range: 300-1000 ng/dL

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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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