Could it Be E2?

BillyJ03z · Mar 4, 2019

I wonder if E2 could be my problem.... I haven't had the sensitive E2 test... Does E2 issues mimic hypo symptoms.. fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, energy???? I have never had no gyno and/or bloating issues ever....

CoastWatcher · Mar 4, 2019

BillyJ03z said:
I wonder if E2 could be my problem.... I haven't had the sensitive E2 test... Does E2 issues mimic hypo symptoms.. fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, energy???? I have never had no gyno and/or bloating issues ever....

It is certainly possible that the issues you describe are related to estradiol levels. The only way you'll know is to test.

Do you live in the US or Canada?

Systemlord · Mar 4, 2019

BillyJ03z said:
Does E2 issues mimic hypo symptoms.. fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, energy????

The answer is absolutely, high estrogen for me includes all those symptoms mentioned, even poor appetite.

BillyJ03z · Mar 4, 2019

CoastWatcher said:
It is certainly possible that the issues you describe are related to estradiol levels. The only way you'll know is to test.

Do you live in the US or Canada?

US NJ area

CoastWatcher · Mar 5, 2019

BillyJ03z said:
US NJ area

If your doctor won't order the sensitive estradiol test, arrange it yourself via www.discountedlabs.com.

Monitoring e2 is a critical part of protocol management.

Gman86 · Mar 5, 2019

Systemlord said:
The answer is absolutely, high estrogen for me includes all those symptoms mentioned, even poor appetite.

Do you mind if I ask what your SHBG is, where your E2 currently sits, and how much ai you take per week? Just curious. Thanks.

Systemlord · Mar 5, 2019

Gman86 said:
Do you mind if I ask what your SHBG is, where your E2 currently sits, and how much ai you take per week? Just curious. Thanks.

SHBG is was 22 the last time I checked, E2 usually is in the 40-50's when Total T is midrange and Free T high normal. I'm 80 pounds overweight. I'm going to try without the AI for now as I never gave it a chance to balance out on this 20mg EOD protocol, I always tapped out and went straight for the AI in the 4th or 5th week.

I over-respond to all AI's, 1/20th aromasin is too much, so I have devised a plan to take less "if" I use it again. Months ago I took a tiny pinch of anastrozole and within an hour erections were possible all day long.

Gman86 · Mar 5, 2019

Systemlord said:
SHBG is was 22 the last time I checked, E2 usually is in the 40-50's when Total T is midrange and Free T high normal. I'm 80 pounds overweight. I'm going to try without the AI for now as I never gave it a chance to balance out on this 20mg EOD protocol, I always tapped out and went straight for the AI in the 4th or 5th week.

I over-respond to all AI's, 1/20th aromasin is too much, so I have devised a plan to take less "if" I use it again. Months ago I took a tiny pinch of anastrozole and within an hour erections were possible all day long.

So you’re E2 is currently 40-50’s while on no ai? Do you feel fine, or do you feel better when you’re on an ai and E2 is lower. That was my last questions, don’t want to hijack the thread. Just curious. Thanks.