Sources in Germany
Injections vs Gel
How to inject
For more details, refer to Trans Resources or the DIY HRT Directory | Transfem Guide
Small timing variations (±12–24 hours) usually cause only minor fluctuations in estradiol levels due to the long half-life and gradual absorption of EV, especially via the subcutaneous route.
Routes
Subcutaneous
Video
How to Give a Subcutaneous Injection Video - YouTube
or
Hormone Self-Injection - Step 1: Drawing Up - YouTube
Hormone Self-Injection - Step 2b: Subcutaneous Injection - YouTube
Step by Step guide
Subcutaneous Injection: Definition and Patient Education
Tips
- Inject slowly
- Leave the needle at least 10 seconds in the skin after injecting before pulling out
- Put soft preassure on the injection site with a swab after pulling out
- Massage gently after injection
Zyklusverschiebung
2025-11 - normally 4 mg EV
estradiol pharmacokinetics playground - estrannaise.js
2025-11-16
4 mg
2025-11-20
2,5 mg
2025-11-23
4 mg
2025-11-27
Blood sample
4 mg