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Best way to decrease water retention on TRT, assuming one is already on a daily dose regimen subcutaneous of .12 ml of 200mg/1ml test?

AlphaMD's Answer

Decrease salt intake. Decrease carbohydrate intake. Manage estradiol levels (bloating and water retention can become an issue in levels above 30 pg/mL in men. Try natural diuretics like dandelion root.

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