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Whether you're exploring TRT for the first time, optimizing your current protocol, managing side effects like elevated hematocrit or estradiol, or seeking to preserve fertility with HCG therapy, our community offers the knowledge and support you need. We discuss everything from injection frequency and bloodwork interpretation to lifestyle factors that affect testosterone levels.

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A Review on Testosterone: Estradiol Ratio—Does It Matter, How Do You Measure It, and Can You Optimize It?
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There is a natural balance between the major sex steroids, testosterone and estradiol, controlled by gonadal secretion and peripheral conversion by aromatase. This balance is impacted by a variety of inborn and acquired conditions, and, more...
Clomiphene Citrate Treatment as an Alternative Therapeutic Approach for Male Hypogonadism
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Abstract Male hypogonadism, which is characterized by low testosterone levels, has a significant impact on male sexual function, overall health, and fertility. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)is the conventional treatment for this...
Enclomiphene versus clomiphene study results
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Among 66 patients, enclomiphene exhibited a median testosterone increase of 166 (vs. 98 ng/dL, P=0.20) with lower estradiol change than clomiphene (–5.92 vs. 17.50 pg/mL, P=0.001). Adverse effects were statistically significantly less frequent...
Patient selection for Aquablation
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https://www.urologytimes.com/view/dr-aaron-bernie-discusses-patient-selection-for-aquablation In this video, Aaron M. Bernie, MD, MPH, discusses which patients may be particularly well suited for Aquablation for the treatment of benign prostatic...
Heavier Men May Require Higher TRT Doses
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We finally have a study that looked at this common question. Effect of Weight on Serum Testosterone Levels with Subcutaneous Testosterone Enanthate in Men with Testosterone Deficiency Introduction Obesity is a common issue among men and is...

Botox for your sexual health.

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Just wondering if anyone out there has tried the botox shots for ED yet, besides me? If you get them thru the P shot trained docs working with Dr. Runnels, they refer to them as "Bocox" shot. There are other plastic surgeons offering them for ED...

Coenzyme Q10 supplementation

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Coenzyme Q10 supplementation: Efficacy, safety, and formulation challenges Abstract World population growth and aging are posing unprecedented challenges in sustaining the health of 9.1 billion people that will be occupying the planet by 2050...
Responses of different doses of testosterone injections on body composition, strength, etc.
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Comment: 125 mg per week was the lowest dose that provided statistically significant changes in lean body mass and fat mass. PAPER ATTACHED Testosterone dose-response relationships in healthy young men. Bhasin S, et al. Am J Physiol...

Why is 200 mg/wk the "upper limit" for TRT?

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I keep seeing people post that 200 mg/wk of test propionate is the upper range for TRT and that anything more than that constitutes AAS levels, with the implication that if you go higher you are abusing the protocol. Why is that, exactly? I'm a...
Newer formulations of oral testosterone: development and liver side effects
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Abstract Introduction Testosterone deficiency is a clinical disorder due to either failure of the testes to produce testosterone or failure of the hypothalamus or pituitary to produce sufficient gonadotropins. Previous formulations of oral...

Stop Sabotaging Your Sex Life: Secrets Every Man SHOULD Know - Dr. Mohit Khera

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Dr. Khera getting real deep here! Nelson's house is where it's at! A must listen here! In Episode 1102, Dr. Mohit Khera, Mark Bell, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza talk about how erectile dysfunction may be an indicator of a much severe...
Testosterone Therapy Today: Clinical Advances & Safety with Dr. Abraham Morgentaler
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Dr. Morgentaler back in action! Listen closely, loved this one! Pros/Cons oral TU (51:24-57:12) * one of the things that the orals have transformed is the concept that you have to have a continually high level of testosterone to get...
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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