Monitoring

7 articles tagged “Monitoring”

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DHT on TRT: When to Test It and When to Lower It

DHT rises 2-3x on TRT. Here is when the biomarker actually matters, when to test, and what to do before reaching for finasteride or dutasteride.

TRT Acne: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Protocol

Why TRT triggers acne, who is at highest risk, and the dose, frequency, skincare, and DHT-management adjustments that clear it without quitting therapy.

Gynecomastia on TRT: Prevention, Detection, Treatment

How to prevent, detect, and treat gynecomastia on TRT -- early signs, estradiol monitoring, when to use an AI, and when surgery is the only option.

Testosterone Blood Test Timing: When to Draw Labs

When to draw testosterone labs -- time of day, day of week, fasting, peak vs trough, and how long to wait after a dose change. Evidence-based timing rules.

TRT Bloodwork Schedule: When to Test on TRT

The exact lab panels and timing for TRT monitoring -- from baseline through year one and beyond. Trough draws, what to skip, and when to flag results.

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9,537 Men on TRT: Real-World Safety Data

A new 2026 cohort tracked 9,537 men on TRT for up to a year. Here's what the data says about hematocrit, libido, and who runs into trouble.

TRT and Sleep Apnea: Risks & How to Monitor

Does TRT cause sleep apnea? The evidence is more nuanced than guidelines suggest. Learn who's at risk and how to monitor.