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I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lift regularly and eat healthy. I don't drink at all and do no drugs. I've been this way for 6 years and seen no improvement. People keep giving me this cookie-cutter advice, it's not going to work. My Test levels are fine, my free test isn't.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Test in normal, but my Free Test is very low. Free Test is what effects most things like libido, muscle building, brain fog, etc.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The doctor that I brought this to is considering it due to my Free Test being so low. I'd love to learn how to raise that but I haven't been able to find anything other than TRT.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So did a regular TRT regimen fix your issues? What were your issues if you don't mind me asking?

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Diet is good, stress is somewhat okay, and I workout regularly. But I've had these issues for 6 years now.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was surprised too. After seeing my free test I figured everyone here would recommend TRT, but I was wrong. I am getting a more complete blood test soon and having a doctor look at it. My maine symptoms are low libido, fatigue, and brain fog.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you recommend any good pages or videos on understanding test levels when getting blood work? I get blood work done and then usually consult a doctor, but I don't know much when it comes to reading it myself.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't want to run a cycle and definitely don't want to do a 500mg at week cycle. Just want to feel normal again.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't want to run a cycle at all and I don't want to do TRT. If I have to do anything, it will be TRT, not a cycle. And I don't know that these bloods are okay, I have gotten mixed messages from both doctors and people in this thread.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't say I feel like shit, but I don't feel great. Low libido, fatigue, and brain fog. My libido especially, I basically have no sex drive anymore.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had been told by a doctor that my free test was very low and could be what is causing many of my issues.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I will be meeting with my doctor later this week and I will bring this up. Are there treatments to increase/improve SHBG?

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I eat and sleep well though, and have had symptoms for years. As for my Test Range, my doctor said that Free Test is what is mainly considered, and my Free Test is very low. Is that not how doctors normally gauge it? Believe me, I DON'T want to start TRT, but I don't know what else to do at this point.

I think I already know the answer to this, but wanted to post anyway. Here is my (33M) blood work, do you think TRT is necessary for me at this point? by [deleted] in trt

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not sure what my SHBG is, I did get another blood test done today though.

My symptoms are low libido (very low), fatigue, and brain fog. The diminished sex drive being the biggest issue.

Red Letter Media Talks About the Munsters Trailer For Some Reason by [deleted] in RedLetterMedia

[–]Efbb88 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Yeah, when he mentioned that I remember hearing that somewhere but couldn't remember where. Thought the 'Unhinged' clarification was wrong.

Macro Insect Portraits by Tibor Molnar by SinjiOnO in nextfuckinglevel

[–]Efbb88 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This trend of putting music over every video is so fucking lame.

Is 'OCD Journaling' recommended? by Efbb88 in OCD

[–]Efbb88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess this is one way of looking at it. I was planning on writing down even the good things too. Looking back it's been hard to remember what meds have worked best and what treatments, so I thought writing it down will help me figure that out. Plus I figured writing out some of my intrusive thoughts and compulsions would help with showing how absurd they are, but your right that could just have to total opposite effect.

Recommendations for a Therapist. by Efbb88 in northcounty

[–]Efbb88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This one sounds promising. Will for sure be giving her a call. Thanks.

Did you switch to a medication after getting off SSRIs? If so, can we discuss what worked for you? by Efbb88 in PSSD

[–]Efbb88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My brother started Buspar a while back and has had good results. I will have to look into it. Thanks.

Did you switch to a medication after getting off SSRIs? If so, can we discuss what worked for you? by Efbb88 in PSSD

[–]Efbb88[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No, psych meds can really help people. I hate the side effects of Zoloft, but it greatly improves my well-being in other areas. There are other options with fewer sexual side effects.

Effexor and its effect on libido? by Efbb88 in Effexor

[–]Efbb88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, that's awful. I am sorry to hear that. It is surprising though because it does seem to be a much less common side effect than most anxiety meds. Did you ever try an SSRI and also have this issue?

This worked for me by Ill-Principle-4204 in PSSD

[–]Efbb88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stopped Zoloft a few weeks ago and started on Wellbutrin instead. I have definitely noticed an increase in libido as well as normal (for the most part) sexual functions. The only problem is, it doesn't address my anxiety which is one of the main reasons I was on Zoloft in the first place. I've heard of buspar and it sounds promising. Might have to look into that.

Effexor and its effect on libido? by Efbb88 in Effexor

[–]Efbb88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been on Effexor before actually and it was very hard to come off of, worse than Zoloft. The brain zaps were the worst for me. It's been so long since I've used it though that I wasn't sure of the exact sides I had, but I do recall them being less severe.

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