Nelson Vergel

Testosterone blood level is correlated with immune cell abundance in transgender young people on gender affirming hormones
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Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone don’t just affect things like body shape or voice—they also play a role in how the immune system works. This is especially important for transgender people who take these hormones as part of their...
Estradiol: The "Other" Male Hormone
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Download slides (from my book "Beyond Testosterone"): Estradiol in Men Slides Estradiol in Men: The Stigma In the 2014 film The Other Woman, Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, and Kate Upton, portray three jilted females who discover they are...
Managing the Testosterone-to-Estradiol Ratio in Men on TRT
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Managing the Testosterone-to-Estradiol Ratio in Men on TRT Introduction Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) in hypogonadal men often leads to an increase in estradiol (E2) levels due to the aromatization of testosterone. This alters the...
Clomid (Clomiphene) Reduces IGF-1, a measure of Growth Hormone
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Summary of Study Findings: "Reduced IGF-1 Levels Following Clomiphene Treatment for Male Hypogonadism" (Journal of the Endocrine Society, 2025) Objective: To investigate whether clomiphene citrate—a selective estrogen receptor modulator used...
427-Page Illustrated Book: Beyond Testosterone
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I am very pleased to announce that I finally finished my full color 427-page booK: The Table of Contents of "Beyond Testosterone" is meticulously organized into detailed sections, each addressing key aspects of testosterone therapy...
Oxandrolone (Anavar) : The Most Studied Oral Anabolic Agent in Wasting and Catabolic Conditions
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Oxandrolone is a man-made anabolic androgenic agent that has been studied by doctors for more than 30 years, mostly because it might help treat catabolic disorders and chronic wasting conditions like alcoholic hepatitis, severe burn injuries...
The TRT Guide from ExcelMale.com
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Understanding the Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Hypogonadism in Men Hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low testosterone levels, can significantly impact a man's quality of life. ExcelMale.com offers a comprehensive guide to help...
Does creatine cause hair loss? : A 12-week randomized controlled trial explains
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Study article link: Does creatine cause hair loss? A 12-week randomized controlled trial - PMC Background and Purpose Creatine is a popular supplement known for enhancing muscle strength and lean mass. Despite its benefits, concerns have...
GLP-1 Medications (Semaglutide, etc.) Decrease Sex Drive
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Study at a Glance Title: “Assessing the Impact of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on Sexual Desire: A Qualitative Review” Authors: H. Quaile & R. Horwitz Journal: Journal of Sexual Medicine — published 1 April 2025 Why This Matters Glucagon-like...
How Your Vitamin D Level Can Boost the Heart Health Benefits of Testosterone Therapy for Men: New Study
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Vitamin D Status Shapes the Cardiometabolic Pay-Off of Testosterone Therapy in Late-Onset Hypogonadism Abstract Late-onset hypogonadism (LOH) is common in aging males and is frequently accompanied by features that drive cardiovascular and...
Ankle swelling after starting testosterone injections
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I got this question from a friend of mine today who started testosterone replacement 3 weeks ago (injections of 100 mg per week): "I've been gaining a lot of weight. Does this mean my estradiol is high? I don't have any nipple soreness or severe...
Changes in Blood Cells May Explain Why Some Older Men Had Cardiovascular Issues Using Androgel in the TRAVERSE Trial
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Background: Please read this previous article: https://www.excelmale.com/threads/heart-palpitations-and-afib-in-older-men-on-testosterone-signals-from-traverse.28247/ New Data...

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