I suspect some will blast this post as paranoia but here goes:

Does anyone worry with all the issues around the world (manufacturing in China, Artificial Intelligence doomsday predictions, financial insecurities, wars, etc….) that supply chains for TRT or other meds would be disrupted? It’s doesn’t have to be a complete collapse to cause minor disruptions for our daily way of living.

I just figure if they can run out of toilet paper during Covid, I would suspect that medications could just as easily have issues or delays due to a variety of world issues.

Any thoughts?

First timer 25m 250 ibs

42 year old male here, skinny build. Low energy. Take a look at my labs. Also, should I be concerned about my high estrogen levels? What may be causing that?

i did a cycle for 4.5 months of test c 500mg
boldenone for 3.5 months rad 140 and anavar for1 month
then i ended the cycle and stopped testesterone for 30 days i faced hormonal crash at day 22nd to 30th i faced low libido brain fogs no erections then after day 30 i started hcg i thought ill do a pct i did hcg for 10 days but then i started trt dosaging 175mg per week split into two injections (87.5mg) after every 3 days(test E)

Its been 22 days(3weeks)
i have not seen any changes in erections libido just went from crashed to low which is hard to feel but not more than that
erections are still very soft

when will this thing get fix
when will erections and libido be perfect
im very tensed please please help me pls someone tell me

I’m 52 and extremely healthy, with the exception of age-related lowering test levels. Not a single chronic prescription drug I ever had to take in my life (antibiotics at most for acute illnesses).

TRT interests me but I’m concerned that it will create a cascade effect where symptoms will require other prescriptions to manage, and each of the prescriptions will have its own side effects. So i end up with chronic daily prescriptions when today I’m healthy and don’t need anything.

What has everyones experience been with this?

Do any women take TRT? I’m looking for a dose for my wife that won’t make her look manly but help her get some gains in the gym and just improve her lifestyle? Does that does of test cyp exist?

Cheating or not?

Male
Age 23
5’9
190lbs losing weight
Natural

I split a total of 100mg of clomid over a week and have now stopped. I'm wondering if anyone knows approximately how long clomid remains in the system after the last dose.

More importantly, how long does clomid continue to affect or suppress LH and FSH after the last dose?

I'm particularly interested in how long it might take for LH and FSH to reflect my body's own levels.

Hello Guys
Im taking Testosterone because it’s dropped a little in my lab test, and for muscle building.
In my country we only have 250mg per injection.
What’s your suggestions?

I’ve been on TRT about 12 weeks. My start on my testerone was just above 300 (I’m 43 male). I started off at 200mg once a week but that was really messing me up so I have been taking shots twice a week at 100mg monday then 100mg thursday which really seemed to keep me more leveled out.

However, I got my blood work results back and I was at 1,440 ng/dL and estradiol of 74 pg/mL. This was before my 2nd shot (same day just didn’t take it yet).

My doctor prescribed Anastrozole but really didn’t give much information on it.

I would like to take Anastrozole for a couple of weeks to lower my estradiol level and I am also going to lower my injection amount to 60-75mg twice a week rather than stay on estrogen blocker.

I have noticed that I feel more puffy, my nips are sensitive and my left one is starting to develop gyno. I can feel it but it’s not massive or noticeable yet.

As anyone had a similar experience and does this sound like a good plan?

I also had to donate blood as my hemoglobin was a bit high as well.

Während Test Kur

Was ist an Blutdruck normal und ab wann sollte man zum Arzt ?

Danke für eure Erfahrungen

I am 46m, 101kg (down from 130kg in Jan), started Reta end of Feb (currently at 10mg e5d), added Test mid-July so 15 weeks in (150mg split 75mg x 2), HCG end of July (800iu split 400iu x 2), and HGH mid-Aug (1iu a night).

TRT: 150mg split 75mg x2 a week

HCG: 800iu split 400iu x2 a week

Total T: 1,280 ng/dl (35.3 nmol/l)

Free T: 34.2 ng/dl (0.944 nmol/l)

SHBG: 975 ng/dl (26.9 nmol/l)

FAI: 131.23

E2: 67 pg/ml (246 pmol/l)

LH: <0.3 U/l

FSH: <0.3 U/l

Total Cholesterol: 193 mg/dl (5 nmol/l)

LDL: 140 mg/dl (3.63 nmol/l)

HDL: 36 mg/dl (0.93 nmol/l)

Haematocrit: 48.8%

Feeling pretty good on this. What do you all reckon?

I know everyone here promotes the real TRT (I'll get there eventually, don't worry). I'm just starting out and my TRT clinic doc thought I should try a low dosage of Enclomiphene along with Anastrozole. I started the Enclomiphene (6.25mg EOD), but have been hesitant on the Anastrozole. I believe I am starting to feel some high e2 symptoms and was considering taking a very small dose.

I have been doing research here and many advise very low dosages of Anastrozole. The dosage I was given indicates 0.1mg on the bottle. So this would be far less than 1mg. Should I cut that in half, or is this already a small enough dose? I haven't seen anyone discuss a dosage this low.

Just looking for some opinions. I wouldn't take it more than once or twice a week depending on how I feel. Getting more labs done in a couple of months.

I’m 23M and recently got my bloodwork done.

My results:
● Total Testosterone: 392 ng/dL
● Free Testosterone: 81 pg/mL
● SHBG: 17 nmol/L
● Estradiol: 32 pg/mL
● Vitamin D: 20 ng/mL (low)

I’ve been experiencing low mood, fatigue, low self-esteem, and difficulty losing body fat despite regularly lifting weights and doing cardio.

My doctor prescribed vitamin D3, but I’m wondering if my testosterone could also be contributing to these symptoms.

I’ve been considering TRT or enclomiphene, but I’m concerned about messing with my natural production at 23.

Is 392 actually low for my age? Has anyone with similar levels experienced these symptoms, and what helped?

I’m 32. Workout 5-6 days a week for years now, recently did a blood test @ 7 am. I’m 6’ 223 lbs. I’m struggling with low test symptoms especially low libido for like 5 years now. I know my test level is over the considered normal range, but could TRT help me out? anyone started from these levels? Also diet is locked in. 200g protein a day.

I’m just really sick of feeling sluggish, brain fogged, and incredibly low libido. I just don’t feel right. It’s caused me issues with relationships because I just feel like my sex drive is gone even though I don’t want it to be.

23 M
175cm
72kg
17%bf

Testosterone 178,8ng/dL
E2 162,14 pg/mL
FSH 2.20
LH 1.47
SHBG 40.90

what the hell it’s going on?? i’m feeling all the sides from low test and high E. Crying every time, low libido all my 17% it’s in the love handles. i was expecting low T but not E that high tbh.

what do you think?

Hey gents,

making the switch from Testosterone Injections to Enclomiphene to get the balls working again adequately, All on Docs discretion.

Has anyone made this switch? what was the experience like?

Hey guys, looking for a quick sanity check on my 8-week bloodwork.

​Current Protocol:

​125 mg Test Enanthate / week (split 2x/week, shallow IM delts)

​Lean / athletic build (~154 lbs / 70 kg), low body fat

​Blood drawn at true trough (morning before scheduled injection)

​Labs (US units):

​Total T: 568 ng/dL (260–930)

​Free T (calc): 13.2 ng/dL (5.7–17.8)

​FAI: 81.4 (17.0–78.3) [HIGH]

​E2 (sensitive): 40.9 pg/mL (< 39.8) [HIGH at trough]

​SHBG: 24.2 nmol/L (16.5–79.3)

​(Thyroid, HbA1c, PSA, Lipids all fully optimal)

​Symptoms:

​Extreme fatigue / lethargy: Brutal afternoon crash (2–3 PM), brain fog, falling asleep super early on the couch.

​Very oily face by midday (zero gyno/nipple issues).

​The Dilemma:

My doctor only looked at Total T (568 ng/dL) and suggested increasing to 150 mg/week because "there’s room at the top."

​However, with lower-normal SHBG (24.2), FAI already above range (81.4), and E2 elevated at the lowest point of the week (40.9 pg/mL), I’m worried 150 mg will just spike E2 higher and worsen the lethargy.

​Questions:

​Would you keep 125 mg and just switch to 3x/week (~42 mg M-W-F) to blunt peaks, or drop the dose to ~100 mg/week?

​Has anyone cured TRT brain fog/lethargy caused by high E2 simply by increasing injection frequency without an AI?

​Appreciate your thoughts!

I am struggling to find out what needles to order and where I should inject my testosterone cypionate I have read a lot of things online but they are all different I want to know the best way to do it. Also what measurements is the best to take daily and what time of the day to do it? I’m still learning ❤️

Hi All

Apologies for asking this again, I searched the group and there's massive mixed opinions on which is better between IM and SubQ and looks like it depends on the person. I have recently switched from cream which didn't work to Cypionate 150mg per week, I'm trying EOD which is about 43mg per pin. Will put some of my latest labs below.

Does IM really make you feel better than SubQ, and is the side effect risk worth being cautious about? I'm reading higher peaks from IM which makes people feel better but it also increases hematocrit a lot more than SubQ. Also reading IM is better for those with higher SHBG so I'm really confused which route to go with.

What is best while still being safe long term?

Labs on cream

Total testosterone: 7.0 nmol/L = 202 ng/dL

Free testosterone (calculated): 96.3 pmol/L = 27.7 pg/mL

SHBG: 54 nmol/L

Hematocrit 43% (before cream)

I'm 44, currently on TRT taking 200mg/week of testosterone cypionate. I lift consistently and am looking to increase muscle mass and improve my physique.

I'm considering a few options and would appreciate hearing from people who have actual experience with them:

Stay at 200mg/week and focus on optimizing training, diet, and recovery.

Increase testosterone to 250–300mg/week (or potentially higher).

Stay at 200mg testosterone and add HGH. I've been considering 4–6 IU, five days per week, with 6 IU on lifting days.

I'm particularly interested in whether HGH provides a meaningful advantage for actual muscle growth compared with increasing testosterone, especially considering the cost, side effects, and long-term health implications.

For those who've tried both approaches:

What differences did you notice in actual muscle growth, strength, recovery, and body composition?

Was HGH worth the additional expense and potential risks?

Did increasing testosterone above TRT levels produce noticeably better results?

What side effects or bloodwork changes did you experience?

Looking back, would you do anything differently?

I'm not looking to make changes blindly. I want to understand the tradeoffs and what bloodwork or health markers I should review with my prescriber before considering anything.

Appreciate any firsthand experiences or evidence-based advice.

Was curious to see if anyone knows why sustanon 250 feels like you got a Charley horse. Did it for 6 years back in the day and every shit felt like a Charley horse for at least 3 days after. Anyone know why? I don’t get it when using enanthate.

I'm a big boy, 6'6" 460lbs, 44yo. Started TRT in Feb. Was 415lbs and fat. Now im a lot less fat but stacked on some muscle to the point where my body is having a hard time adjusting. My feet have been hurting and the sudden change in weight has left myself, Dr and wife confused.

I look leaner, am definitely more active, but can the muscle really that much? If I had pics of before and after, first would be fat guy, second would be fat guy but in way better shape. I DO NOT LIFT. I KNOW, I know.... ive been lazy and have been more active with my 8yo daughter. I need to go back.

Just seeing if anyone has had experience with this. Also I have had no bloat or swelling, just sore feet and confused how I wouldn't weigh LESS with the amount of fat I've lost.

I have a question for those who use testosterone without HCG: do the testicles shrink so significantly that it becomes clearly noticeable? Also, does the volume of ejaculate become extremely small, or does it remain within a reasonable and acceptable range?