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Effects of Gel

Nelson, I had my PCP order blood tests for estradiol this was done in a hospital lab as I work for a health system, free and total T. These are my results as of 2 days ago, 36yrs old, on Androgel 1.62 2 pumps per day for past 3mos: Free: 30.1 F&W Bound: 106 Total: 360 (doc say its good; not...
- lostsoul77
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- Nov 22, 2013
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions
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Effects of Gel

Hey all. I've been on Androgel 1.62 for about 4mos now (2 pumps/day) after switching from the Androderm patch. Gel seemed much more effective and I felt great during the first 1 month 1/2 and now back to feeling fatigued, not motivated, unexplainable weight gain. I just had my appointment with...
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- Nov 8, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Testosterone Basics & Questions

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