Hey guys, an update and looking for a bit more advice. I feel fine but am waiting for my bloods to come back still.
I am basically 2 days into PCT. I still have diarrhea and am starting to think that when i was backed up and bloated it might have been because I was try get my crap solid with Imuodium and kaopectate. It's possible that my hormones (either hyperactive thyroid or underactive Pituitary gland) are the reason for the diarrhea as per Google. My doc said that it was somewhat common for steroids to cause gastro issues too, but I never really heard that on here when doing my H-drol research. I've read that extra estrogen could do that, but that wouldn't likely be the case while still on H-drol though, right? Wouldn't that be more likely a cause during PCT? The good news is that the bloating is gone and i can pass stuff along easily now, but too easily. Also, my liver felt a little tight and full towards the end on hdrol and I don't really have that feeling of slight pressure under my right ribcage anymore. One thing though...maybe the problem is now just working itself out in reverse.
I am on a 20mg dose of Nolva and am hoping that stabilizes my hormones. So, I'm thinking maybe I should bring in the CA again (in lieu I have been taking Milk Thistle and Hawthorn berry), but perhaps more importantly get the testbooster as part of the regimen and think that might speed the recovery. I'm guessing the Nolva is the most important thing right now anyway. I think I will wait 1-2 more days to see what happens with my craps and see if my bloods come back, but if no improvement will bring in the test booster. My hunch is that while nice to heave to speed test recovery and keep gains, the test booster isn't a must have for the purpose of normal recovery and adding it in a few days later into PCT is probably fine and better than going without completely. Or maybe it is MOST important right now when test levels could be at their lowest. Anyway, getting the info from my bloods will be good of course.
My doc was pretty cool about it all actually. She agreed that i probably should use the nolva I had. Couldn't comment on it specifically but seemed to kind trust my research and the rationale for taking it. Also didn't lecture me and bad mouth steroids and said something to the effect of "steroids can be really good and I know a lot of guys like to use them who are into sports and stuff...but they change just about everything and can have side effects too so you need to be careful. Also seemed to acknowledged that my legwork to have blood work and make sure all the important areas where healthy was a smart first step. And after re-reviewing my pre-cycle baseline again with me seemed not so concerned about things for me and agreed that not testing LDL/HDL/ratio at this point was likely not going to be a concern for me because they were so good going into it, I was only on them for 24 days was conservative in dosing AND most importantly those are long term wear and tear stuff. Having low levels for a month or two is not a problem if you are healthy on either side of that (cycle). She even had a testosterone treatment pamphlet on her display. Maybe I can talk her into something
(doubt that though. LOL)
Anyway, I am optimistic and feeling good which is a good thing I think. As long as I can fix my diarrhea I think I am good to go. Assuming I recover OK
I am actually still considering another run...but not with H-drol or other orals. I think if there is a next time around I would be more inclined to try something injectable. Like a beginner injectable like straight test or something. I just kinda feel like my liver took an unnecessary beating and I'm not afraid of needles. Also, in Canada law enforcement isn't so hard core about personal use for stuff like this. Steroids are not illegal to posses and use in Canada, just to buy and import. Stuff like this is usually thrown out of court so the police don't really persue it. Unless you are trafficking/dealing it. (I
wanted to go with H-drol to start because it's not illegal at all and was "mild" for an oral). The worse they can do is seize it and flush it down the toilet if they want to. Anyway, I would like to start learning about some of the other non oral stuff. Do you guys a good starting point if I go this route. Best forums on AM, sites, tips, people, etc...Obviously I would be a minimum of 3-6 moths before I would even consider that, but would like to start the learning process again.
Thanks
DICE
