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Hi Marco, I agree that a genetically predisposed (familial) condition requires more than the basics. Most acquired conditions, however, can be 'cured' if the underlying issues are resolved (something I'm sure you're looking to). Your T levels are pretty good considering your age and the health...

The human body has in-built mechanisms to prevent clotting. Ideally, we should focus on providing it with the raw material needed to prevent clots rather than looking at medication and 'new' strategies. IMO, the best methods to prevent thrombosis are: Therapeutic fasting: The human body...

Hi, I want to say a big THANK YOU to Nelson, Chris, Gene, Jasen and others. I'm deeply grateful to Nelson for having started this forum and for his books (Built to Survive and T: A Man's Guide). His approach has always been research-oriented and books like these give guys like me the...

Hi, T can't function in the absence of a healthy lifestyle. T is an augmenter, not a miracle worker. I'd suggest you put your energy and focus into losing weight -- I'm sure you're already working on this on some level, but it's important to do everything to bring your BF% down -- see if you...

Thanks, Nelson. Any issues in donating blood before it touches 52? I ask because RBC count is high. Second, what does it mean when the Red Cell Distribution Width is high?

Sure, Gene. I'll get these tests done early next week and post the results on this thread. Thank you once again. :)

Hi Gene, Thank you for the response. I did my PSA and few other tests before starting TRT (which was in August 2014). Do you think it's important to get those done again? PSA = 0.4 Thyroid panel (TSH, T3, T4) = WNL (Don't recollect the exact figures) Free T = 40.75 (range: 8.7 - 54.7)...

Stats: 33 yrs old, 70 kgs 100mg T per week, no AI, will start HCG next week Blood sample taken on 26th Nov 2014 Blood sample taken on 24th August 2014 As per the latest report (1st image), my Hematocrit (PCV) is creeping up, and my RBCs have gone up as well. Other tests on 26th...

I've used Deca and it's incredibly potent. Deca **** is an issue for those who don't include T in their protocol. Either way, it'll be very cool if you can share your experiences during and after this cycle. I believe you'll keep a track of lab values -- please keep us posted. Wish you the...

You will definitely retain water -- given your BF% and the fact that you're going to be at half gram of T every week. Just curious -- is there a specific reason you want to gain all that muscle so quickly? Second, if you want to gain muscle, Nandrolone is a better bet than T. Nelson has...

Thank you, Jasen! You've cleared a lot of doubts. Sincerely appreciate the prompt response. I'll hunt for bact. water. Second, I'll get 1000 IU of 1ml from now on. That will work better (and fits with your remark -- ""10" mark on the syringe equals 100iu of HCG.") I just looked at the syringe...

Hi, I’ve been on T for 3 months. Info: -- 70 kgs // 33 years old -- I am on 100mg T per week. My last Lab report was 7 weeks ago (blood sample collected 12 hours before the next T injection) showed my T levels at 950 ng/dl. Free T was 40 pg/ml (range = 8-54 pg/ml). Blood report was fine...

Extra RBCs are a double-edged sword. Gene and Chris will clarify when you post the hormone panel results.

Hi, Dry eyes are definitely liked to hormones (multiple studies available). The visual system is affected heavily by E , Thyroid hormones, and Cortisol (high Cortisol is bad for the eyes). E is incredibly beneficial for the visual system (impacts everything from the Retina to the Cornea)...

crash1270, do you know your current T levels? I'm curious to know the numbers. I've just posted on the CSR link that Nelson had shared.