anyone on HRT or TRT?

JdFlex · 01-30-2008, 12:47 PM

I'm thinking about going on test replacement therapy. I've just started researching the subject and wanted to see if anyone here is actually on it. I've had blood tests done to analyze test levels and they're always at the bottom end of the normal range. I'm not sure if I'll qualify for some kind of therapy b/c I am still technically in the normal range. I'm only 30 years old but I've got some classic symptoms of low test. My libido is non-existant (I tried supplements, no change), difficulty focusing mentally, low energy levels, etc. I'm going to see an endocrinologist to discuss my options.

Basically I'm looking for someone's experience with test replacement therapy and their view of the pro's and con's.

danzig · 01-30-2008, 01:00 PM

I am 37 years old and have been on Test for about 5 months now as prescribed by my doctor. Every other week I get a 200mg injection.
I can ell you that for sure without a doubt your sexdrive is gonna improve alot,
Your not gonna get huge in the gym, but it does seem to help with recovery time.
I have not noticed any "cons" because of the treatment.

ben lifton · 01-30-2008, 03:46 PM

Hey there, I'm 38 and have been on HRT/TRT for 8 years and owned my own HRT/TRT clinic in Atlanta a few of those years. There are no side effects IMO. Make sure you watch your PSA number. They are getting REALLY strict with "you must 35+ years old". Don't spend a crazy about of money seeing a endcrinologist, any MD or DO that is in general practice can script you Testosrone. Bottom range Test level will not get you there. You might be able to find a doctor that will script you but I hate to say its highly unlikely. My TRT is 300mg cyp/every 10 days. That keep my blood levels at 1000-1100ng/ml. Mine was prescribed the same as Danzigs (200mg / 2 wks) but I adjusted it since I get 10ml's per month (ya...don't ask, why my insurance makes me mail order (it auto re-order and they send that amount every month..). Some doc REALLY like using hCG, that may be another option instead of TRT. Good Luck Bro, keep us posted.

MrMondo · 01-30-2008, 05:58 PM

Do you like doing the 200(300) every 2 weeks or is it not better to half that every week?

danzig · 01-30-2008, 06:04 PM

I haven't done an injection every week, it seems that I really feel it (horney all the time) the week that I don't get an injection.

JdFlex · 01-30-2008, 06:27 PM

My blood levels were around 220ng/ml. The range said 200 was the minimum normal.

I'll try the endo and see what he says. I'm hoping something can be done. My only concern is libido. Maybe I can get a script from one of those online clinics (if there are any left after all the busts).

Thanks for the comments.

ben lifton · 01-31-2008, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by MrMondo

Do you like doing the 200(300) every 2 weeks or is it not better to half that every week?

I really do 100mg test cyp (.5ml) every 3 days. It keeps a steady plasma level. Most do not like to take that many shots at that volume... I'm a voodoo doll

, its not a problem for me. I just tell everyone 300mg test cyp /e10d just to make it easier on them.

ben lifton · 01-31-2008, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by JdFlex

My blood levels were around 220ng/ml. The range said 200 was the minimum normal.

I'll try the endo and see what he says. I'm hoping something can be done. My only concern is libido. Maybe I can get a script from one of those online clinics (if there are any left after all the busts).

Thanks for the comments.

ya, 220 is low. If the endo costs you no more than any other doc, go for it. As far as the online scripts go... I was in that "bust" I question if I really live in the "land of the free". I'll shoot you some legit links to centers that are "raping" people on TRT (the only ones left... yes and raw product has gone through the ceiling.. but not so much that they need to charge what they are charging). I have to dig them up for you. Let us know the endo says.... it should be good.

MrMondo · 01-31-2008, 04:50 AM

Ok.. I do 100-125 once a week and I like it....

teabagger · 02-11-2008, 05:25 PM

Been on for about a year. Had to jump through the hoops. Urologist, then he referred me a an endo for an MRI of my Pituitary gland, then he prescribed Androgel. I do 10 grams per day...only 10mg is absorbed so don't get exictied. The only "con" to it is my nuts have shrunk to the sized of small walnuts. And for The Teabagger that is somewhat embarrasing.

If I could get 100mg per week of injection I'd do it that way. As a matter of fact I may hit my uro up for that.

Good luck.

01-30-2008, 12:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
JdFlex J-didn't Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New England Posts: 2,488	anyone on HRT or TRT? I'm thinking about going on test replacement therapy. I've just started researching the subject and wanted to see if anyone here is actually on it. I've had blood tests done to analyze test levels and they're always at the bottom end of the normal range. I'm not sure if I'll qualify for some kind of therapy b/c I am still technically in the normal range. I'm only 30 years old but I've got some classic symptoms of low test. My libido is non-existant (I tried supplements, no change), difficulty focusing mentally, low energy levels, etc. I'm going to see an endocrinologist to discuss my options. Basically I'm looking for someone's experience with test replacement therapy and their view of the pro's and con's.

01-30-2008, 06:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
JdFlex J-didn't Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: New England Posts: 2,488	My blood levels were around 220ng/ml. The range said 200 was the minimum normal. I'll try the endo and see what he says. I'm hoping something can be done. My only concern is libido. Maybe I can get a script from one of those online clinics (if there are any left after all the busts). Thanks for the comments. Last edited by JdFlex : 01-30-2008 at 06:35 PM.

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01-30-2008, 01:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
danzig Not Canadian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Alabama, USA Posts: 170	I am 37 years old and have been on Test for about 5 months now as prescribed by my doctor. Every other week I get a 200mg injection. I can ell you that for sure without a doubt your sexdrive is gonna improve alot, Your not gonna get huge in the gym, but it does seem to help with recovery time. I have not noticed any "cons" because of the treatment.

01-30-2008, 03:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
ben lifton Junior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: North Shore, USA Posts: 32	Hey there, I'm 38 and have been on HRT/TRT for 8 years and owned my own HRT/TRT clinic in Atlanta a few of those years. There are no side effects IMO. Make sure you watch your PSA number. They are getting REALLY strict with "you must 35+ years old". Don't spend a crazy about of money seeing a endcrinologist, any MD or DO that is in general practice can script you Testosrone. Bottom range Test level will not get you there. You might be able to find a doctor that will script you but I hate to say its highly unlikely. My TRT is 300mg cyp/every 10 days. That keep my blood levels at 1000-1100ng/ml. Mine was prescribed the same as Danzigs (200mg / 2 wks) but I adjusted it since I get 10ml's per month (ya...don't ask, why my insurance makes me mail order (it auto re-order and they send that amount every month..). Some doc REALLY like using hCG, that may be another option instead of TRT. Good Luck Bro, keep us posted.

01-30-2008, 05:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
MrMondo Sportin' a G-string Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pluto Posts: 1,890	Do you like doing the 200(300) every 2 weeks or is it not better to half that every week?

01-30-2008, 06:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
danzig Not Canadian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Alabama, USA Posts: 170	I haven't done an injection every week, it seems that I really feel it (horney all the time) the week that I don't get an injection.

01-31-2008, 04:50 AM	#9 (permalink)
MrMondo Sportin' a G-string Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pluto Posts: 1,890	Ok.. I do 100-125 once a week and I like it....

02-11-2008, 05:25 PM	#10 (permalink)
teabagger Proud Canadian Citizen Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: US Posts: 90	Been on for about a year. Had to jump through the hoops. Urologist, then he referred me a an endo for an MRI of my Pituitary gland, then he prescribed Androgel. I do 10 grams per day...only 10mg is absorbed so don't get exictied. The only "con" to it is my nuts have shrunk to the sized of small walnuts. And for The Teabagger that is somewhat embarrasing. If I could get 100mg per week of injection I'd do it that way. As a matter of fact I may hit my uro up for that. Good luck.

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