Strategies and Opinions on Estrogen Control

[5004paloma]

I am interested in reading about experiences with estrogen control both on-cycle and post cycle. This is my basic understanding regarding estrogen control. While on-cycle excess testosterone converts to estrogen, control of estrogen is usually accomplished by anti-aromatase chemicals such as Exemestane, Anastrazole or Letrozole which either inhibit the production of estrogen or block estrogen's ability to bind to it's receptor. A SERM (Clomiphene, Tamoxifen or Toremifene) also modulate the effectiveness of estrogen but are generally used post-cycle when estrogen levels rebound after testosterone levels fall.


I would like to hear opinions on the best approach to both "on-cycle" estrogen control and "off-cycle" estrogen control. What are the benefits of using non-steroidal anti-aromatase vs. aromatase inactivator for example. Does anyone have experience using a SERM both on and off-cycle successfully? What are the cost/effectiveness trade-offs?

Please include what results you have experiences and including dosing you found most effective.

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