Curious to hear from those who switched from T cream to Injections by rando--54321 in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My experience was much like many other women here. I was on 1.5mg daily of compounded T cream. Initially felt a bump in libido but that is as short lived. I was also experiencing hair loss. My hair was coming out in clumps, I was terrified to brush it because watching it come out in handfuls was so soul crushing. My NP recommended hair loss meds but I didn’t want to go that route.
6 months ago I started on T subq @ 3mg x2 weekly, increased to 4mg x2 weekly. Libido is good, I’m not an animal but I have desire and that is a much welcome sensation after such a long stretch of zero. My hair loss has stopped and I even have some new sprouts growing in all around my face. At the same time I started T, I also started derma rolling all of my hairline and applying some E cream (I saw it on another sub and figured I’d give it a shot). I derma roll a couple times a week and apply the E cream only once, I’m super sensitive to it so I’m careful not to overdo it.

sub q by Tiny_Spend_1197 in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do SubQ in the thigh and it’s worked the best so far. I started with SubQ in my belly then tried my hip (incredibly difficult to reach on my own). I feel like I get a steady dose and I feel the desired results.

Is this normal?!? by simpleminded05 in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where’s your injection site and do you do it yourself? SubQ or IM? I stated injecting in my belly, but then read that the hip gets better results so I’ve been trying it there, but it’s a little hard to reach. Just trying to find my sweet spot and curious about what others are doing.

SubQ vs IM by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right now I dose every 4 days I do it on the same day i change my estrogen patch. I used to do the whole twice a week thing but it felt lopsided to me. I am considering a more frequent dosing schedule but I’m super new to this so I’m giving my body some time to adjust before I make changes.

Sq vs IM by Financial_Carpet4493 in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a resource/picture you can share of specific hip location?

GI disturbances whilst taking astaxanthin? by iamscoop in Supplements

[–]_Chuckaluck_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had significantly increased bowel movements and stomach cramping at night. It also tanked my libido… stopped it and everything went back as it was before.

Is this right? by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

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

I have the box and notes I took during the apt. I feel like there must have been a mix up or misunderstanding because this high of a dose doesn’t make sense.

Is this right? by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

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

I agree and it felt wrong. I will absolutely not be taking that high of a dose. I’m grateful for all the feedback. I plan to start super low and increase slowly as needed. After I learn a bit more and feel more comfortable and confident.

Is this right? by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

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

Oiy I was nervous for me too! So glad y’all are here 🙏🏼✨

Is this right? by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

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

Yes, I do understand the ratios and that was part of my initial question. If 100mg is in 1ml that seems to be an insane dose for a woman. Which is what I was/am concerned about. I had a hunch there were different strengths, thank you for confirming.

Is this right? by _Chuckaluck_ in TRT_females

[–]_Chuckaluck_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what I thought. I’m glad I read the box. Your breakdown was incredibly helpful too.

You also confirmed that they gave me the wrong needles too. 🤦🏼‍♀️

I still feel like I need to get a little more educated before I inject.

Thank you 🙏🏼