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Beyond TSH: Two New Studies Show Why Doctors Should Check Other Thyroid Hormones

Beyond TSH: Two New Studies Show Why Doctors Should Check Other Thyroid Hormones Many doctors only test thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) to determine thyroid function....
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How Long Does TRT Take to Show Effects?

A review of studies attempted to determine the time-course of the effects induced by testosterone replacement therapy from their first manifestation until maximum effects...
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Should We Not Worry About Decreased HDL Caused by Higher-Dose Testosterone Replacement?

Higher dose testosterone can decrease HDL. Click here for background information: Why does testosterone therapy decrease HDL cholesterol in some men? HDL (High Density Lipoprotein cholesterol) particles...
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Nelson Vergel’s Top 10 Testosterone Commandments

1.Have reasonable expectations. Testosterone is not a magic bullet. 2.Do not fall prey to testosterone booster scams. 3.Do not obsess about estradiol without testing it with...
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DHT Gel Effectively Treats Gynecomastia in HIV + Men

Successful Percutaneous Dihydrotestosterone Treatment of Gynecomastia Occurring during Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy: Four Cases and a Review of the Literature Abstract Fourteen cases of gynecomastia occurring...