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Elevated Hematocrit from Testosterone Therapy vs High-Altitude Adaptation: A Comparative Analysis

Jun 22

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From this thread: WARNING: Do not believe Internet "gurus" proclaiming no need to manage hematocrit on TRT - Excel Male TRT Forum Underlying Physiological Mechanisms Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) and Erythrocytosis: Exogenous...

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WARNING: Do not believe Internet "gurus" proclaiming no need to manage hematocrit on TRT

Jun 17

Debunking the Myth About High Hematocrit in Men on TRT I know many of you want to feel reassured that managing hematocrit isn’t necessary. However, misinformation is spreading, with some "bro science" videos and even a few so-called expert...

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Anyone taking PCSK9 inhibitors (i.e. Repatha)?

Jun 09

I have a scrip for Repatha but haven't yet started. Covered by insurance so cost not an issue. Was concerned that LDL would go too low and cause issues. Also, side effects. Read that it can cause hyperglycemia (diabetes). Any input would be...

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What Every Man Needs to Know | Testosterone 101

May 17

Testosterone is a key hormone for men's health, but what happens when levels drop? In this episode, Dr. Alex Tatem and KG break down everything you need to know about testosterone—what it is, signs of deficiency, when to get tested, and the best...

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New Drug Rusfertide: Managing Polycythemia Vera to Reduce Risks and Improve Lives

May 08

Polycythemia vera is a classic myeloproliferative neoplasm and a chronic type of leukemia, which often leads to overproduction of various blood cells. Summary: Managing Polycythemia Vera to Reduce Risks and Improve Lives Polycythemia vera (PV)...

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How Your Vitamin D Level Can Boost the Heart Health Benefits of Testosterone Therapy for Men: New Study

Apr 30

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...

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Ankle swelling after starting testosterone injections

Apr 28

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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...

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Changes in Blood Cells May Explain Why Some Older Men Had Cardiovascular Issues Using Androgel in the TRAVERSE Trial

Apr 25

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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Best Medications to improve Ejection Fraction in Testosterone Users?

Apr 04

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It turns out I had crazy high blood pressure (170/100), likely for months, too much caffeine, stress and I'm 125kg/275 pounds / 192cm/6'4, 44 years old. Last week a cardiologist put me on Dipperam 5+160 (5mg Amlodipine + 160mg Valsartan), using...

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Heart Palpitations and AFIB in Older Men on Testosterone: Signals from TRAVERSE

Apr 02

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Heart palpitations and AFIB (Atrial Fibrillation) risk in older men using testosterone is examined in the video below. Highlights [

] Testosterone use in older men and its link to heart palpitations and AFIB. [] Research findings suggest a...

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Left Ventricle Hypertrophy and Nandrolone ( Decadurabolin )

Mar 01

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Dear Nelson Vergel and forum members, I am a long time reader, first time poster, In fact I registered just to post these questions. While I have addressed this to Nelson specifically I would be very grateful for any evidence-based input from...

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Fluoroless Pulsed Field Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

Feb 15

Mansour Razminia, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist at Northwestern Medicine, discusses the innovative technique of fluoroless pulsed field ablation (PFA) for treating atrial fibrillation. He explains how this ultra-rapid electrical field safely...

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TRT Hormone Predictor Widget

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