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How long have you been on TRT?

manifesto said:
@Rocket3015 have you ever had an issue with elevated SHBG? Or anyone else in this thread for that matter...

I am still waiting on some bloodwork to check mine, but it seems relatively common for those on TRT...
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No problems with SHBG ....
 
bruno.camilo said:
Actually it causes on many individuals. Just google it and u gonna see.

im gonna lay low for a while, i am keeping my lbs. so everything is fine.

Ill do some bloods in about one or two months and see how my liver is.
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What were your total T and free T levels when your liver readings were elevated?

Also what was your E2?
 
Do most people on this board goto Men's TRT clinics or primary doctor?

My insurance makes me get a referral for an endocrinologist or urologist. And it's been like pulling teeth to get anywhere.
 
Family Doctor!
 
sammpedd88 said:
If your family dr is up on the latest TRT practice, then you’re very lucky. Most family dr’s will give you androgel and send you on your way with no follow-ups and no other labs.
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Mine family doc didnt hesitate to give me some test cyp, but his protocol ideas are outdated. I'm attempting to ask for things a little at a time to groom into a good trt doc...haha
 
manifesto said:
Mine family doc didnt hesitate to give me some test cyp, but his protocol ideas are outdated. I'm attempting to ask for things a little at a time to groom into a good trt doc...haha
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Basically what I did. I basically said yes to whatever he wanted to do, dosed it how I wanted and thought was best after researching thoroughly and then when I got my labs done and he was pleased with the levels, I broke the news on how I was actually administering and he was pleasantly surprised and said “I guess I have some research to do”
 
Best thing about my Family Dr. he screwed up my last script and gave me 6 refills rather than the 2 I should have gotten !!
 
chedapalooza said:
Basically what I did. I basically said yes to whatever he wanted to do, dosed it how I wanted and thought was best after researching thoroughly and then when I got my labs done and he was pleased with the levels, I broke the news on how I was actually administering and he was pleasantly surprised and said “I guess I have some research to do”
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Haha nice.
 
Rocket3015 said:
Best thing about my Family Dr. he screwed up my last script and gave me 6 refills rather than the 2 I should have gotten !!
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Excellent.

There is a well respected TRT clinic nearby that charges around $250 a month, but they dont take my insurance.

So, I am going to put a little work in with the family doc and zero copays. Especially since at least I'm already in the test cyp.
 
manifesto said:
Excellent.

There is a well respected TRT clinic nearby that charges around $250 a month, but they dont take my insurance.

So, I am going to put a little work in with the family doc and zero copays. Especially since at least I'm already in the test cyp.
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That sounds like a good plan that won't break the bank.
 
sammpedd88 said:
What were your total T and free T levels when your liver readings were elevated?

Also what was your E2?
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Total T was around a thousand and free test was above normal levels but i dont remember numbers unfortunately

E2 was in place, but i was taking A.I, when i dont it gets slightly elevated like 6.0 on a maximum of 5.0 for men
 
bruno.camilo said:
Total T was around a thousand and free test was above normal levels but i dont remember numbers unfortunately

E2 was in place, but i was taking A.I, when i dont it gets slightly elevated like 6.0 on a maximum of 5.0 for men
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What E2 test are you taking? Usually the test most guys get has a different scale. On the test I’m referring to, the range to be in the is the low 20’s.

Also, having your total T and free T at a high level as yours was could be an issue. Not everyone does well in the upper levels. More definitely isn’t better when it comes to TRT. Maybe try to lower your T levels and it may help.
 
I ended up going to the TRT clinic near my home today.

The doctor was pretty shocked how low my total T was from my bloodwork a month back. He did a bunch more bloodwork today, and I may begin treatment next week.

He seemed concerned about possible pituitary problems, and he is checking my prolactin. He said elevated prolactin can be a sign of a pituitary problem.
 
manifesto said:
I ended up going to the TRT clinic near my home today.

The doctor was pretty shocked how low my total T was from my bloodwork a month back. He did a bunch more bloodwork today, and I may begin treatment next week.

He seemed concerned about possible pituitary problems, and he is checking my prolactin. He said elevated prolactin can be a sign of a pituitary problem.
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The only thing I will caution is Those Clinic Soul Purpose is to MAKE MONEY !!
 
Rocket3015 said:
The only thing I will caution is Those Clinic Soul Purpose is to MAKE MONEY !!
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I disagree somewhat... I know they are there to make money, but the doctor was very upfront about everythibg and much more knowledgeable than my primary care doctor.

He even suggested I work with him for a couple months to get my hormones in order, and then return to my primary care doctor. At that point, I can explain the protocol that is working, and see if my doctor will be in board.

I have a good feeling my primary doctor will be on board. He didnt hesitate to prescribe the test cyp. He means well, just doesn't have to level of expertise I need right now.

Also, I dont know if I would have been able to convince my doctor to order all of the labs im getting done at the clinic, and only for $100.
 
manifesto said:
I disagree somewhat... I know they are there to make money, but the doctor was very upfront about everythibg and much more knowledgeable than my primary care doctor.

He even suggested I work with him for a couple months to get my hormones in order, and then return to my primary care doctor. At that point, I can explain the protocol that is working, and see if my doctor will be in board.

I have a good feeling my primary doctor will be on board. He didnt hesitate to prescribe the test cyp. He means well, just doesn't have to level of expertise I need right now.

Also, I dont know if I would have been able to convince my doctor to order all of the labs im getting done at the clinic, and only for $100.
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Good, Glad you found someone you feel comfortable working with !!
 
manifesto said:
I disagree somewhat... I know they are there to make money, but the doctor was very upfront about everythibg and much more knowledgeable than my primary care doctor.

He even suggested I work with him for a couple months to get my hormones in order, and then return to my primary care doctor. At that point, I can explain the protocol that is working, and see if my doctor will be in board.

I have a good feeling my primary doctor will be on board. He didnt hesitate to prescribe the test cyp. He means well, just doesn't have to level of expertise I need right now.

Also, I dont know if I would have been able to convince my doctor to order all of the labs im getting done at the clinic, and only for $100.
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Good, Glad you found someone you feel comfortable working with !!
 
Rocket3015 said:
Good, Glad you found someone you feel comfortable working with !!
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Thanks man.

I'm just really hoping I dont have some sort of pituitary problem. The doctor seemed pretty concerned with my test level at the age of 33...

Especially, since I have only run one prohormone cycle about 10 years ago, and i did PCT. So it would be hard to believe that messed up my endocrine system.
 
manifesto said:
Thanks man.

I'm just really hoping I dont have some sort of pituitary problem. The doctor seemed pretty concerned with my test level at the age of 33...

Especially, since I have only run one prohormone cycle about 10 years ago, and i did PCT. So it would be hard to believe that messed up my endocrine system.
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I think you will be fine!!
 
manifesto said:
Thanks man.

I'm just really hoping I dont have some sort of pituitary problem. The doctor seemed pretty concerned with my test level at the age of 33...

Especially, since I have only run one prohormone cycle about 10 years ago, and i did PCT. So it would be hard to believe that messed up my endocrine system.
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I think you will be fine!!
 
sammpedd88 said:
What E2 test are you taking? Usually the test most guys get has a different scale. On the test I’m referring to, the range to be in the is the low 20’s.

Also, having your total T and free T at a high level as yours was could be an issue. Not everyone does well in the upper levels. More definitely isn’t better when it comes to TRT. Maybe try to lower your T levels and it may help.
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Anastrozol 0.5mg, Monday, Thursday ... Great stuff, my E2 was 2.5 last blood
 
LaserGoPewPew said:
so is there no healthy level of AI ?
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Not according to the three doctors above. There YouTube channel called TOT revolution I think, with Jay guy as host. He kind of used car salesman like, but has doctors on that are tops in field. Just got mt bloodwork back: Old protocol: 90mg every 3.5 days w/ .5mg anastrozole each time - E2 mid-upper 30s each time. New protocol with NO AI - E2 at 35. It works (for me at least).
 
DaeshDontSurf said:
Not according to the three doctors above. There YouTube channel called TOT revolution I think, with Jay guy as host. He kind of used car salesman like, but has doctors on that are tops in field. Just got mt bloodwork back: Old protocol: 90mg every 3.5 days w/ .5mg anastrozole each time - E2 mid-upper 30s each time. New protocol with NO AI - E2 at 35. It works (for me at least).
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What u mean not healthy?

Anyways, i stopped TRT, gotta problens with E2 every once in a while, so i had to take it, otherwise got pain in my nipples, lol
 
What will running an oral steroid or prohormone on trt do to your bloodwork?

I know a lot of people time oral cycles according to trt bloodwork; in order to avoid issues with TRT doc.

The idea of being to run an occasional oral cycle without the need for PCT is very intriguing to me...
 
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manifesto said:
What will running an oral steroid or prohormone on trt do to your bloodwork?

I know a lot of people time oral cycles according to trt bloodwork; in order to avoid issues with TRT doc.

The idea of being to run an occasional oral cycle without the need for PCT is very intriguing to me...
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You just don't want your number to far out of wack when your Dr. looks at your blood work.
 
bruno.camilo said:
What u mean not healthy?

Anyways, i stopped TRT, gotta problens with E2 every once in a while, so i had to take it, otherwise got pain in my nipples, lol
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well one 'not healthy' thing, was bone mineral loss in 40 yo men, shown via dexa. showed level of 80 yo. did you watch dr. rouzier's vids? all in there. obviously, if you have breast tissue sensitivity even when doing small amount every day (therapeutic level, not cray high 1300 or something) and not fat (aromatase) - then you have to take AI - but try not to if possible - is the current advice from the leaders in the field.
 
DaeshDontSurf said:
well one 'not healthy' thing, was bone mineral loss in 40 yo men, shown via dexa. showed level of 80 yo. did you watch dr. rouzier's vids? all in there. obviously, if you have breast tissue sensitivity even when doing small amount every day (therapeutic level, not cray high 1300 or something) and not fat (aromatase) - then you have to take AI - but try not to if possible - is the current advice from the leaders in the field.
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Thats Crazy, but ye, i always only took it when i had sore nipples.

Clomid is okey though? Cause i take it 25mg ED, i intend to do this for 2 months at least. If i am patience enough, cause i hate it.
 
I'm on HCG and havent had any estrogen issues yet....
 
I'm on TRT

150 Test Cyp/week
HCG 250 iu/week
.5 mg Anastrozole/week
 
Can you get HCG as a research chemical ?
 
manifesto said:
I'm on TRT

150 Test Cyp/week
HCG 250 iu/week
.5 mg Anastrozole/week
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I was cruising on 120 test e for the past couple years with an occasional addition of Masteron.Right now on 4th week of latest blast 120 sust every 3rd day and need to get that back water and some Mast e
 
Any of you guys had a sudden drop in T levels while on TRT? Last August I tested at 1218, then in November it was 1106. Last April it dropped to 289. Pinning 200mg per week test cypionate. The only thing that changed was Walgreens switched test brands to Westward pharma test cypionate manufactured by Hikma Farmaceutica out of Portugal. I'm on my 2nd bottle after that November test. Pretty sure I just got a bad test batch. Also, I did start smoking weed again as I got a medical card after that last November blood test. I know Mary Jane lowers test levels but that's natural production. Anyone ever hear of it affecting TRT users?
 
Darkheart said:
Any of you guys had a sudden drop in T levels while on TRT? Last August I tested at 1218, then in November it was 1106. Last April it dropped to 289. Pinning 200mg per week test cypionate. The only thing that changed was Walgreens switched test brands to Westward pharma test cypionate manufactured by Hikma Farmaceutica out of Portugal. I'm on my 2nd bottle after that November test. Pretty sure I just got a bad test batch. Also, I did start smoking weed again as I got a medical card after that last November blood test. I know Mary Jane lowers test levels but that's natural production. Anyone ever hear of it affecting TRT users?
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I have not, but I've only been on for a couple months.
 
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