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Check the assay methods for E2. Was the ZRT performed by mass spectrometry? Look for something like LS/MS. Anyway, mass spectrometry is the most accurate method for determining serum counts. Contrary to popular belief, it is not a "sensitive" assay that should be preferred rather a mass...

When did you start taking Welbutrin and at when did you start exhibiting symptoms of low libido - before or after? Why are you on Welbutrin too? I am on TRT - tried shots and gels - with no luck so far in restoring my libido. I am on Lexapro and I'm hoping it comes back if I stop the SSRI.

When I was on shots my DHT levels were low - 28 (Range: 30-85). Now that I am on Axiron my levels jumped to 76. However, I saw no benefit from it personally. My doctor believes the Lexapro is negating the effects on libido from TRT.

Could you give a complete history with labs and a list of medications/supplements you are on or have been on in the past? Ever been on an anti-depressant?

I was on testosterone cypionate and while my total and free testosterone was dialed in, I was flagged low in DHT - 28 (range: 30 - 85). I recently just switched to Axiron to see if the higher DHT conversion would bring back my libido but it hasn't. Last lab showed a value of 76 with a...

This is why I'm so hard on some guys. I found out I had low testosterone about 4 years ago now and I've learned that my assumptions on what lab values are have always been wrong. Initially, when I started shots, I was thinking to myself, "This dose is too low for me. I don't feel anything. I...

Then yes, 182pg/mL IS too high. Any breast tenderness or nipple sensitivities?

It truly depends on the type of assay that was performed. Some use a reference range of 7.6-42.6pg/mL while others a range of 3-70pg/mL. Also, different type of assays report false highs for estradiol. A study - cannot find link but will update when I find it - found that assays using liquid...

Maybe you are missing my point. Yes, the use of antidepressants may increase prolactin levels but you two are so sure this is the sole reason for Apollon's father's state of hypogonadism. At age 58 his levels were fine and close to a decade later, his levels dropped - you cannot state...

182pmol/L is a normal level whereas 182pg/mL is too high. It's important to use units with the lab values. I don't want to sound redundant but just double check to make sure. Good Luck!

182?? Is that in pmol/L or pg/mL?

You can take it for what it's worth but keep in mind, there are no studies that show antidepressants directly lowers testosterone levels. Having said that, your evidence stems from your father's levels which dropped within eight years. Do you see a flaw in your reasoning? Sounds like natural...

Read this. https://www.aace.com/files/hypo-gonadism.pdf It will be a great start as it will give you some information and it will be a reputable source to show your doctor if something doesn't jive with you.

Testosterone Levels and Sexual Function Disorders in Depressive Female Patients: Effects of Antidepressant Treatment. Introduction Women suffer from depression more frequently than men, which indicates that sex hormones might be involved in the etiology of this disease. Aims The purpose of...

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