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If I have too low E2 while I am on TRT would HCG a good option to slightly increase it? I tend to have low E2 with sometimes under 10 even though my T is 600+
AlphaMD's Answer
Yes, hCG does result in a higher aromatization rate than exogenous testosterone. This is because when you are already on TRT, your body recognizes that you have adequate testosterone levels and when your testicles start to produce more, your body sees you don’t need more, and converts the newly made testosterone into extra estrogen.
A low dose of hCG (250-500IU/wk) should be adequate to raise your estradiol to a more appropriate level.
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