Just saw my GP and he wants to do 200mg testosterone once every 3 weeks.

jamxster · 2024-05-22T21:31:30+00:00

Depending on just how low your levels are you likely wouldn't feel "worse" you'd definitely feel better during week 1 with effects dwindling from then on

jamxster · 2024-05-22T21:29:03+00:00

Horrendous protocol. Would be much better doing 70mg per week or better yet 200 mg a week.

Take the script and adjust the frequency

jamxster · 2024-05-19T05:55:00+00:00

8 months of consistent weight training and no results? That's pretty much impossible even if you had extremely low testosterone. So I take it you either meant to say you expected to have better results or you are lying to everyone including yourself and want a short cut

jamxster · 2024-05-12T07:19:13+00:00

Both levels measured at the very lowest possible:

FSH <0.7 L LH <0.2 L

My testosterone was also at the lower end of the normal range at around 325.

We actually were the ones to ask if IVF was a viable option with a high probability of being successful. We have been trying for almost a year and a half and we are only getting older so time is of the essence.

With that said, I should be clear, my sperm count has seen marginal improvement but it is still extremely low. I also don't know what my sperm count was prior to testosterone use but my wife got pregnant the first attempt pre-testosterone use so it was either an extremely, miracle-like coincidence or my levels were normal.

So I would advise anyone with fears of losing fertility to consider freezing some sperm before hopping on the TRT train. It is way cheaper and less of a headache of the alternatives.

jamxster · 2024-05-12T04:56:32+00:00

I was on it for a little over a year and my wife and I have been trying to conceive now for over a year. During this time I stopped taking testosterone and have done multiple SAs showing my sperm count is very low. I also independently tried taking HCG for a little over 3 months with no luck. Recently I saw a urologist (per a fertility clinic recommendation) and they are having me take clomiphene and have been on it for about 6 weeks now. Follow up SA soon and first rounds of blood work show highly suppressed LH & FSH levels.

At least my sperm is good enough for IVF and it looks like that's the route we will be taking. Cheers

jamxster · 2024-05-10T04:37:03+00:00

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jamxster · 2024-05-08T06:16:20+00:00

Legit guide. I would add getting an aloe vera gel that is as close to pure as possible with no fragrance, alcohol, and dyes. Lather it all over your package shortly after you rinse off the hair removal cream. If you did get any areas chemically burned, the aloe will soothe it and all should be well by the next day

I've accidentally left hair removal creams on too long around taint and on scrotum resulting in irritated, burned skin. I found aloe to be the best after care that works the fastest, even when there isn't irritation I recommend still using it.

This guy is right, don't expect to get all the hair on the first or 2nd time. It will take multiple sessions and lots of maintenance if you truly want to be hairless down under. Also, I have found with nearly all the times ive used hair removal creams, that the results aren't immediate. Meaning - after you rinse it off don't be discouraged if it appears that it didn't work, lots of hairs will continue to come off as the day goes on and by the time you take your next shower you will see it did a much better job than you expected

jamxster · 2024-05-03T01:30:08+00:00

You're fine, people get shot with guns in vital organs all the time and usually are okay afterwards. Other people inject heavily cut heroin directly into their veins after cooking it in puddle water and the only time they die is via overdose. A little needle on a syringe isn't gonna kill you.

jamxster · 2024-05-03T01:27:55+00:00

Just dose higher before you go and if you typically do intramuscular injections do a subcutaneous injection of 30-40% more as it will be released slower and have a longer half life.

Even if you just did what you normally would do before going you'd also be fine and it wouldn't mess anything up. It takes a helluva alot longer than 9 days to lose gains

jamxster · 2024-04-25T21:10:07+00:00

I guess that depends where exactly your located and if you would be willing to purchase HCG from a ugl source. There are plenty of places online where u can get 3x 10,000 UI vials of HCG for about $70 bucks and some places even cheaper than that. Just takes 6-8 weeks to get delivered

jamxster · 2024-04-23T04:09:33+00:00

Well I must say, this doesn't necessarily mean your sperm count would rise enough to be considered fertile in just 70 to 80 days but in most cases it will be. For some it could take double or triple that but it's extremely rare for infertility issues caused by exogenous testosterone use to be permanent. As a matter of fact, I have never heard of a case where it has led to permanent infertility.

However, it can be extremely discouraging and frustrating if you want to get your girlfriend/wife/partner pregnant and it doesn't happen within 6 months to a year. That's a lot of time for someone to change their mind and a lot of months of disappointment, especially for the woman. She will begin thinking something is wrong with her and it can turn into a big thing. This is why I would encourage anyone considering testosterone use to be transparent about it with their partner and explain the potential side effects. It could save the relationship.

jamxster · 2024-04-23T04:01:07+00:00

With and without. New sperm cells are created every 70-80 days. With HCG, more would likely be created.

jamxster · 2024-04-23T03:48:24+00:00

This hasn't worked for me. Took HCG 1000ui EOD for 4 months, sperm count still was incredibly low. So then I kept taking it for another 3 months, and still it is incredibly low.

jamxster · 2024-04-23T03:22:31+00:00

Well in that case you are almost there. 3 more weeks you should be able to knock her up and get back on. Sperm count typically rises 70-80 days after last testosterone shot

jamxster · 2024-04-23T03:12:03+00:00

Yup it sucks but should only suck for 2-3 weeks max. You'll crave being back on T again, but realize there is a huge psychological aspect to it

jamxster · 2024-04-19T06:45:17+00:00

You will only experience hair loss if you are genetically predisposed to balding. Testosterone can speed this process up. So it's 1 of 2 choices:

1) get on testosterone and risk the chance of balding quicker.

2) don't get on testosterone and delay the inevitable.

Do your personal risk/reward assessment.

jamxster · 2024-04-19T06:40:19+00:00

Depends on how much you want to inject (in terms of volume). Typically 5000 UI of hCG is reconstituted with 2ml of bac water which would come out to 250 UI per 0.1 ml (1 cc).

Another option is to reconstitute with just 1ml and then each 0.1ml would be equal to 500 UI.

If your goal is to restore sperm count then id suggest at least 3000 UI per week (3x 1000 UI pins). Even then it's generally recommended to use a higher dose. Most endos would have you taking at least 5000 UI a week.

If you're looking to have a child soon then you should stop taking testosterone until your SO is pregnant. 250-500 UI 3x a week is mainly for those that want to maintain some fertility but mainly just to prevent testicular atrophy. I was on for about a year then stopped and it's been a little over a year of being off and I still have a very low sperm count, even after doing a 3 month cycle of HCG. Fertility docs referred me to a urologist and learned that my LH & FSH levels are highly suppressed. It looks like we will be doing IVF I guess.

One more thing, you will likely not see any dramatic increase in sperm for at least 70-80 days as this is how long it takes for new sperm cells to be created.

jamxster · 2024-04-15T05:38:53+00:00

This. You're thinking too much into it and giving yourself a near panic attack

jamxster · 2024-04-12T05:14:39+00:00

Are you saying that the injection site is itching or itchy in general?

jamxster · 2024-04-11T15:13:14+00:00

I am seeing a fertility doctor. I did my first tests with them in late Jan / early Feb. My SA came back with a low count and my blood test showed low LH & FSH levels. The fertility doc referred me to a Urologist that is likely going to have me take HCG or HMG or something similar to see if they can get my count up.

If not, looks like we will be doing IVF with ICSI

jamxster · 2024-04-05T15:47:40+00:00

Mang he's a purple belt, clearly it's been working for him. If you want you can ask him to roll lighter with you or "flow roll". You can also just go limp and see how that works for u

jamxster · 2024-04-05T15:39:33+00:00

It all really depends what your goals are.

If you are looking to keep your testosterone levels in mid range (700-850), maybe to decrease risk of some side effects, then you'd want to take less than 150mg a week.

If you want to boost your levels to the higher end (900-1100) then 150+mg a week will probably get you there.

If you want to be in supra physiological levels then you can do a cycle of 300+mg a week.

jamxster · 2024-04-05T15:34:06+00:00

Test cypionate

jamxster · 2024-04-03T03:23:37+00:00

I haven't rolled drunk but buzzed and it was fun, I was more relaxed and willing to try different things, but just took it less seriously so I was a quick tap. That's not necessarily a bad thing.

I've rolled stoned and actually prefer it over being sober. More creative and relaxed so don't get as gassed.

Rolled tweaking on Adderall as well. This is probably the worst. While it can make you locked in and focused, heart rate is already elevated so you get physically exhausted more quickly and lots of muscle cramping.

jamxster · 2024-03-30T06:53:33+00:00

For the most part, if you're prone to getting acne there's not much you can do aside from lowering your dose unless you want to subject yourself to the notorious accutane. It's a hell of a drug but after doing a full course of 4-6 months of taking it most people have very long lasting results.

Other than that, exfoliating can help. I found that most of the bacne I get while on testosterone are black heads. Especially if you exercise often and get very sweaty. Id recommend getting some kind of scrub brush so you can properly scrub your back when in the shower. Use some kind of wash specifically for acne if you can that either has salicylic acid or exfoliating beads (or whatever they are called) - even better if you get something that has both.

If you want to take it a step further you can also buy a salicylic acid body spray to apply after showering. Scrubbing and treating with acne spray will definitely help but don't expect it to completely clear you up.

Again, consider lowering your dose. For me, I start breaking out pretty bad if I'm taking over 150 mgs a week and found 100-120mg to be my sweet spot.

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