HRT and androgel

[calvin6697]

I am 43 noticed some symptoms of low T, first blood work showed 287 level. Doc didn't want to do anything at this time, had it checked 6 mos. later, results were 171 total and 7.5 free. Doc prescribed androgel 5gr. daily. after 2 weeks I read Dr. Johns article on HRT, in it, he suggests checking much more than just total and free. Question, would anyone recommend suspending therapy and have more detailed blood work done, and then proceed. Also any opinions or results on androgel would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[ItsHectic]

I think the best option would be to continue on the Androgel and run furthur labs, the Total T already confirmed low T so there shouldnt be any reason to go off it to get labs.

 

[baller1013]

I need some help! I have switched from 5 grams of Androgel to Test Cyp injections taking 100mg every 7 days although my doctor prescribed me to take 400mg once every month. The reason I switched was because I believed my estrogen to be to high from the androgel because of fat gain in the lower abdomen area as well as a higher BF% although I kept the same clean diet and workout plan as always. The only thing that changed was the androgel. I do not have the lab results. Anyway, I have been taking test cyp for about 4-5 weeks now and feel like my sex drive has totally crashed! I think my body looks better and is responding better but I do not know what is going on! It also seems that after about 5 days I get a little more depressed, which is weird because I have always been happy. Pmgamer or someone can you tell me what I need or should look out for? Should I just switch back to androgel and use an AI or arimadex? I know my blood work is crucial in determining what I need, but how about an educated guess? I am in the process of getting an appt for my doctor.

 

[SoMdHunter]

I am 43 noticed some symptoms of low T, first blood work showed 287 level. Doc didn't want to do anything at this time, had it checked 6 mos. later, results were 171 total and 7.5 free. Doc prescribed androgel 5gr. daily. after 2 weeks I read Dr. Johns article on HRT, in it, he suggests checking much more than just total and free. Question, would anyone recommend suspending therapy and have more detailed blood work done, and then proceed. Also any opinions or results on androgel would be appreciated. Thanks.

At 2 weeks into your HRT, it may go either way. I would suggest you stay with it and get re-tested again at the 5 week mark. Dr John offers information on what blood work needs to get done. You should visit his site at Invalid Link Removed and read all the information.

Also get familiar with this thread, it has lots of great info.

http://anabolicminds.com/forum/male-anti-aging/47697-lifeextension-male-hormone.html

 

[SoMdHunter]

I need some help! I have switched from 5 grams of Androgel to Test Cyp injections taking 100mg every 7 days although my doctor prescribed me to take 400mg once every month. The reason I switched was because I believed my estrogen to be to high from the androgel because of fat gain in the lower abdomen area as well as a higher BF% although I kept the same clean diet and workout plan as always. The only thing that changed was the androgel. I do not have the lab results. Anyway, I have been taking test cyp for about 4-5 weeks now and feel like my sex drive has totally crashed! I think my body looks better and is responding better but I do not know what is going on! It also seems that after about 5 days I get a little more depressed, which is weird because I have always been happy. Pmgamer or someone can you tell me what I need or should look out for? Should I just switch back to androgel and use an AI or arimadex? I know my blood work is crucial in determining what I need, but how about an educated guess? I am in the process of getting an appt for my doctor.

No offense dude, but you just hijacked the originators thread.

 

[plymouth city]

I need some help! I have switched from 5 grams of Androgel to Test Cyp injections taking 100mg every 7 days although my doctor prescribed me to take 400mg once every month. The reason I switched was because I believed my estrogen to be to high from the androgel because of fat gain in the lower abdomen area as well as a higher BF% although I kept the same clean diet and workout plan as always. The only thing that changed was the androgel. I do not have the lab results. Anyway, I have been taking test cyp for about 4-5 weeks now and feel like my sex drive has totally crashed! I think my body looks better and is responding better but I do not know what is going on! It also seems that after about 5 days I get a little more depressed, which is weird because I have always been happy. Pmgamer or someone can you tell me what I need or should look out for? Should I just switch back to androgel and use an AI or arimadex? I know my blood work is crucial in determining what I need, but how about an educated guess? I am in the process of getting an appt for my doctor.

Impossible to say without bloodwork posted up