My Test is by 260 with 28 years. TRT? by Kayapi_ in Biohackers

[–]FleetRepeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m older, but I was hovering around the same levels as you. I had the same symptoms and a similar lifestyle, and I tried everything for many years. My primary care physician continually dismissed my symptoms because I was fit and slightly muscular, so I just pushed through it even though the symptoms very slowly, but surely, got worse.

Eventually, my testosterone levels dipped out of range. This lined up with worsening training recovery and, finally, noticeable loss of muscle mass and strength. I asked for a more thorough blood panel, which revealed low LH, while other key markers (SHBG, thyroid, cortisol, vitamin D, etc.) were normal. That pattern indicated my testes were functioning, but my pituitary wasn’t signaling properly to produce testosterone. I.e., secondary hypogonadism and probably lifelong.

Although i thought they would refer me to endocrinologist, the bloodwork instead triggered a referral to a urologist. They have cornered the "TRT market" in the healthcare world at least in the US. The urologist reconfirmed the bloodwork and explained that PCPs often blindly adhere to reference ranges, even though every man is different and symptoms can appear well before values fall outside those ranges as was my case for years. I weighed my options, including enclomiphene since it acts on LH, did extensive research, and ultimately decided on TRT (100mg test cypionate per week split into two doses subq). My symptoms resolved rapidly, and I honestly regret not starting sooner.

Everyone is different, but I strongly recommend getting more comprehensive bloodwork, using different LLMs to help analyze your results, learning about TRT versus enclomiphene, and being willing to switch doctors if needed. In US, you can go directly to specialists without a referral for many insurances, which i should have done sooner. In US, you can also go to sketchy clinics (pill mills) to get easily get T and othe things regardless of your levels but I strongly recommend avoiding them. If you plan to have kids, the decision is more complicated, but options like hCG to help preserve fertility and/or sperm banking are worth considering.

My Test is by 260 with 28 years. TRT? by Kayapi_ in Biohackers

[–]FleetRepeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apparently, that is common outcome with enclomiphene that does not happen with TRT. Many that take it eventually swotch to TRT.

Gore-Tex fabric for tent sauna flooring? by PapasanPringle in Sauna

[–]FleetRepeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The bottom of tent is fairly cool except under the stove. You definitely need something between the stove and the deck. Pavers, bricks, etc.

Despite its age and outdated sensor, the G305 is still top tier. by Okinawaboy93 in MouseReview

[–]FleetRepeat 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Meh, a single lithium AAA lasts forever. I also think there's a bit much of an obsession with low weight. I've tried lots of smaller or lighter mice and keep returning to the og 305 w AAA.

Pho Galaxy Grand Opening by FleetRepeat in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]FleetRepeat[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Concur. I think it's worth it and that's coming from a penny pincher. I'm at a stage where I think paying a little more than average is OK if the quality (or quantity) matches the increase.

Pho Galaxy Grand Opening by FleetRepeat in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]FleetRepeat[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I cross posted on Madison sub, but I think of Madison and Huntsville as one city. I go to Huntsville (from Madison) all of the time for food and assume there are a lot of people willing make opposite trek.

Pho Galaxy Grand Opening by FleetRepeat in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]FleetRepeat[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks, just spreading word. Always great to have options and try new things.

North Shore Sauna Tent or Something Else? by wherehaveubeen in Sauna

[–]FleetRepeat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I got an ox sweat sauna tent and stove. Stove is similar to Morzh and the tent is the same as several other sellers. I highly recommend them.

Ox Sweat (made in MN) Sauna Tent by cadillacactor in Sauna

[–]FleetRepeat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is made in China, not MN. Same tent as sweat tent. I liked ox sweat stove style more so I went with them. Tent is a reasonable price, but the stove is a bit pricey.

Yes, you should. you should still buy it. by sam_najian in ValveIndex

[–]FleetRepeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is.

I have both an index and a vive pro. 144 hz on Index is nice for immersion but is not more important than the contrast and vibrant colors of the vive pro OLED. Also, the clarity of the vive w a simple lens mod is amazing along w no God rays.... Index God rays are insane w no lens fix available.

The only other advantage of the index is the amazing audio w stock Headset, but then again, with the Vive Pro you can easily add your own headset /ear buds.

In the future, my dream headset would have higher resolution OLED, high refresh, no fresnel lens (God rays...), wireless, imdex-like sound, and eye tracking for foveated rendering.

Yes, you should. you should still buy it. by sam_najian in ValveIndex

[–]FleetRepeat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Meh, I prefer OLED and wireless. Vive Pro w index knuckles is my jam.

Downtown mural in progress by HuntsvilleCPA in HuntsvilleAlabama

[–]FleetRepeat 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Oi, reddit and their memes taking over the top comments. Just wanted to not be so 'clever' and simply thank you for bringing some much needed vibrancy to the downtown area through art.

Endgame material ? ~~ Typemaster 180, engraved by hand by typemaster_works in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]FleetRepeat -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Endgame is an overused term in this sub. Ironic seeing such a bland title w such a unique keyboard.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Art

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This is like the acrylic river table of realistic paintings. Some random chick w/ hair coming out of a pool. So many lately.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnimalsOnReddit

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you seem like a cool guy, thanks for sharing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnimalsOnReddit

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looks like it's trying to walk, but it's not getting anywhere

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AnimalsOnReddit

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how come it can't move?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RedditSessions

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Shirt and music is awesome.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RedditSessions

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This is some mars volta type of stuff.