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Navigating testosterone replacement therapy and hormone health can be overwhelming. Conflicting information, outdated medical advice, and unqualified opinions flood the internet. ExcelMale.com was created to cut through the noise — providing a rigorously moderated space where men share real experiences, backed by clinical research and guided by genuine expertise.

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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Nelson Vergel brings over 20 years of clinical research experience, having worked with major pharmaceutical companies and authored definitive guides on testosterone therapy. As founder of DiscountedLabs.com and a recognized expert in men's health advocacy, Nelson ensures every discussion on ExcelMale meets the highest standards of accuracy and usefulness.

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Do statins affect erections in men?
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Can statins cause erectile dysfunction? This is a common concern for men taking cholesterol-lowering medications. The research is mixed—some studies suggest statins may actually improve erectile function by enhancing blood flow, while others...
The Relationship Between Testosterone Therapy and Atrial Fibrillation: A U-Shaped Curve Hypothesis
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Does testosterone therapy increase the risk of atrial fibrillation? The relationship between TRT and heart arrhythmias is more nuanced than headlines suggest. Recent research points to a U-shaped curve—both very low AND very high testosterone...

The pharmaceuticalization of ‘healthy’ aging: Testosterone enhancement for longevity

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Abstract The United Nations estimates that the world’s population will reach 8.5 billion by 2030, and the populations of most countries are expected to grow older. This is the case for many developed countries, including Australia, the United...
Dr. Shalender Bhasin: Optimizing the Diagnosis and Treatment of Hypogonadism 2025
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Nelson's house u heard it here first! Dr. Shalender Bhasin! * over the past 4 decades he has become a global leader in the biology of androgens, sarcopenia and aging related functional decline, his research has shaped clinical guidelines, its...
THE HISTORY OF PENILE GIRTH AUGMENTATION
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Penile appearance is a source of anxiety among men and has led to the development of diverse penile enhancement approaches. The goal of this study was to examine the history of penile girth enhancement procedures...
The Truth About Performance Enhancing Drugs
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Bradley D. Anawalt Professor and Vice-Chair of Medicine Department of Medicine School of Medicine University of Washington Disclosure Summary: Consultant for the United States Anti-Doping Agency Note from Nelson: Listen at 31...
PCT After Anabolics: Clomid versus hCG + Clomid
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Objectives To evaluate the clinical necessity and optimal pharmacological strategy for post-cycle therapy (PCT) in recreational anabolic-androgenic steroid (AAS) users with normal pre-cycle reproductive profiles. Subjects and Methods This...
Methylene Blue Pros and Cons
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After researching Methylene Blue, I have decided to give this a try. I ordered a pharmaceutical grade, premixed in a dropper bottle. Each drop is .5 mg. I’m going to start slow and see how it goes. Any thoughts or advice? Methylene Blue...
Best HCG Dose for Men on TRT: Two Studies That Used HCG with Testosterone
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What's the optimal HCG dose to preserve fertility and testicular size while on testosterone replacement therapy? Two landmark studies provide critical guidance for men seeking to maintain reproductive function during TRT. Research from Baylor...
Ketamine's Role in Medicine: What You Need to Know
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Discover how ketamine, a well-established anesthetic, is gaining attention for its medical applications in anesthesia, pain management, and the treatment of psychiatric conditions. Learn about its method of action, interactions in pain pathways...
Lipo-C - Who's using / what doses?
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Curious whether lipotropic injections can actually boost energy and accelerate fat loss during your cut? Lipo-C, a compounded injection containing methionine, inositol, choline, and B vitamins, is marketed as a metabolic enhancer that supports...
Low Testosterone in Men: Recommendations on the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring
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ABSTRACT The relative proportional increase of the elderly population within many countries will become one of the most significant social transformations of the twenty-first century and, for the first time in history, persons aged 65 or above...

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