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<blockquote data-quote="Nelson Vergel" data-source="post: 55891" data-attributes="member: 3"><table class='post-table ' style='width: 100%'><tr><td ><p>60</p></td><td ><p>I was feeling consistently fatigued, my doc did some blood tests and found, among other things, that I had low testosterone. We addressed the other stuff and I used Testim for a month. I didn't really notice anything except that my libido went off the charts, to an unpleasant degree! So I stopped using the Testim, and was tested again about two months later. That test showed my testosterone to be within the normal range.</p></td><td ><p>4/13/2011 2:16 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>61</p></td><td ><p>Medi-Cal and Medicare will no longer cover gels. So I'm back to what I did before. A shot every two weeks. I often times have trouble getting the correct syringe and additional needle needed to draw the dose and the other to inject it. Rx's need to listen. My partner always says he can feel a lacking when he's "on the tail end" of the second week when injecting. We've both used androgel and found our selves skipping daily doses sometimes.</p></td><td ><p>4/12/2011 1:59 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>62</p></td><td ><p>I tried Testim and Androgel. Androgel is far better, in my opinion, because it dries fast and isn't sticky. It also gives a boost to my feeling of well being</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 7:39 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>63</p></td><td ><p>Even is not practical, Testosterone shots are still the most affordable testosterone. Today, cost is very important.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 6:34 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>64</p></td><td ><p>I've gone off and on Testo Cypionate injections several times over the past 7 years, not be choice, by circumstance (insurance lapses, change of doctors, etc.) Each time I noticed a huge improved difference in my general stamina, sense of self worth, energy, vitality and mental well being. Without the testo I was down, depressive, listless and felt hopeless, inept, much less of a worthy person.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 4:01 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>65</p></td><td ><p>Am now using the gel, after using the patch, for about 10 years,total, now. It really changed my life when I first started using it, with an increase in energy, allowing me to go to the gym, etc. Only negative, if it can be called negative at my age, is being constantly horny.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 3:07 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>66</p></td><td ><p>I checked gel above because there was no "other" option. In fact, I use a compounded oil, which is an emulsion of T in jojoba oil. It is the most effective delivery method I have found so far. It was prescribed to me by Dr. Eugene Shippen and is made by The Medicine Shoppe in Reading, PA.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 12:51 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>67</p></td><td ><p>Previously used injectable T but didn't care for the ebb and flow of the benefit and having to self administer. Partner complained about my mood during the few days after injection, energy and sex drive waned near the end of the two week period before another shot. Also used nandrolone until problems with pulmonary hypertension and enlarged left ventricle, which my pulmonologist linked to its usage. After stopping nandrolone, hypertension problem solved but not sure of cause and effect. Switched to Testim about 6 years ago and then my ADAP changed to Androgel which I like so much better - none of the problems I had with Testim, such as difficulty drying, stickiness & mess. Goes on easily, dries rapidly and effect seems to be steady, day in and day out.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 12:35 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>68</p></td><td ><p>positive</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 12:24 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>69</p></td><td ><p>I have been taking is so long I wonder if it is doing any good. My ability to have sex with another person rarely succeeds. I have ED and difficulty reaching a orgasm. Masterbation can take up to 45 to reach an climax. I have little or no feeling rectually. The sideeffects from the ED drugs and recovery time hardly makes them worth taking them.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 11:50 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>70</p></td><td ><p>I am currently using Androgel. I have no problems with it except the excess film on the hands that occur during application. This is readily washed off. I do wish that it would increase my energy level and sexual desire though.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 11:40 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>71</p></td><td ><p>Testosterone shots saved me from depression, so severe I didn't get out of bed for days.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 10:56 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>72</p></td><td ><p>I have used the injectable kind, both kinds for over 10 years. I give myself the shots weekly as this seems to work the best and I don't notice a high or low period when given this frequently. I take .5 weekly. My hematocrit usually runs a little high, but I get my blood tested for everything every 3 months and they take enough blood to control that. My voice got deeper and I started to grow more body hair when I started. One of the 2 types I took seem to cause me to grow more body hair than the other. I been on it so long I don't remember which type. I am not a very hairy person and the one type seem to cause a little chest hair, but the type I am on now doesn't. It did fill out my beard. My PSA never<br /> went up and I think everything about taking the shots is positive except having to give them in my butt myself which is not easy. I tried the gel for a few days, but that is too messy and you have to do it every day. I prefer the shots.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 10:46 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>73</p></td><td ><p>Just started 3 week ago to early to tell much other then my energy level have increased I do have happier moods and I can see my body is changing more muscle and less fat, but I am also working out twice a day and I am on a low calories diet, so the body changes are due to a combination of factors.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 9:40 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>74</p></td><td ><p>I use Androgel. am satisfied with the effects.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 9:19 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>75</p></td><td ><p>Nipples got strangely sensitive. Not unpleasant, but I really don't want to screw around with my hormone system. It's more complex than we realize and I'm likely to cause more problems.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 9:12 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>76</p></td><td ><p>I use Androgel and would prefer something with less frequent dosing (perhaps something that I would only have to use once every few months rather than daily. I also worry about the effects of androgel on my blood pressure. It seems that one possible side effect is an increase in blood pressure.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 8:33 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>77</p></td><td ><p>I feel it helps me with HIV-related fatigue - a long-term problem I have had. And I have been applying some of it each day to a small developing buffalo hump and it has reversed it.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 7:58 AM</p></td></tr></table> </p><p> </p><table class='post-table ' style='width: 100%'><tr><td ><p>78</p></td><td ><p>The only experience I have had is an (very slight) increase of energy, and a little hair growth</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 7:51 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>79</p></td><td ><p>love it.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 6:47 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>80</p></td><td ><p>I inject it into my shoulder once a week. Tend to feel grogy mid week so if I could afford it I think I'd feel better w the gel!</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 6:22 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>81</p></td><td ><p>I currently use Androgel, and have been for about one year now, perhaps 8 months. Before starting Androgel, my testosterone was in the 170-215 ng/dl range, and three to four months after it was up in the 510-620 range. It was obvious the gel worked. However, other than feeling a bit more aggressive and very, very slightly more energetic for the first week or two after starting, I did not feel as different or get the results that I had hoped. After those first two weeks, I didn't feel much different than I had before: fatigue and erectile dysfunction were my main complaints I was hoping testosterone therapy would address. I chose to apply the Androgel to both my abdomen and upper arms and shoulders, according to the manufacturer's instructions. I figured the more surface area of my body that was exposed to the gel, the greater the absorption. Recently, I learned that the fattier areas of the body (i.e. abdomen) don't absorb and utilize the testosterone from the gel as well as areas less fatty (the shins, for example). For the past week I have been applying it to my upper arms, shoulders, back of the shoulders, shins, and abdomen. However, I do not know yet whether changing the application sites has improved my lab results.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 6:03 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>82</p></td><td ><p>I feel more invigorated and my muscle mass has greatly improved.</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 5:17 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>83</p></td><td ><p>generic testosterone cypionate would not change that for the world except of course for the darned needle</p></td><td ><p>4/11/2011 12:44 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>84</p></td><td ><p>It seemed to maintain energy and muscle mass. I appreciated that. My wife said it made me more lecherous, and actually I appreciate that too, though I didn't notice it myself.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 9:45 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>85</p></td><td ><p>Have not felt any benefit in terms of energy or libido!</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 8:32 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>86</p></td><td ><p>helps with osteoporosis. helps with energy and attitude.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 8:11 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>87</p></td><td ><p>Used the patch and it raised welts on my skin due to the adhesive, I think. Tried the gel, but found it to be cold and messy and way too much trouble. Can't be bothered. I prefer the shot once a week and it's done. I do a smaller dose but more often. More convenient.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 7:24 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>88</p></td><td ><p>I HAVE BEEN USING TESTOSTERONE TREATMENT FOR YEARS NOW. IT GIVES ME ENERGY AND HELPS WITH LIBIDO AND MOOD. ALTHOUGH I AM VERY PLEASE WITH THE OUTCOME, HAVING TO GIVE MYSELF INJECTIONS CAN BE A LITTLE ANNOYING. IF A ONE A DAY SUBLINGUAL PRODUCT IS AVAILABLE I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT IT. I AM JUST HOPING IT WILL BE AS EFFECTIVE AS THE INJECTABLE TREATMENT IS.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 6:08 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>89</p></td><td ><p>I am using shots due to cost and preformance for me.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 4:14 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>90</p></td><td ><p>i inject testosterone cypionate twice per week, that schedule provides me with the steadiest levels. moving from gels to injections greatly improved my response to treatment. i'm interested in the pellets but only if i could maintain similar blood levels...and if the pellets weren't externally detectable.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 3:08 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>91</p></td><td ><p>I used an oral testosterone medication made in Thailand. The recommended dose on product was too high. It caused dangerously high LFTs. I had to stop all medications including anti-viral medicating. It took six months for my liver enzymes to return to normal. I have been told by my doctors not to use it again.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 2:08 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>92</p></td><td ><p>Used Androgel for several years what would be equivalent to pumps today. Changed to 8 pumps per day about a year ago due to low testosterone level even with the 4 pumps.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 2:00 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>93</p></td><td ><p>The Androgel seems to work, but I would prefer a method that doesn't require daily administration of the med. I peviously used the skin patches. These irritated my skin, left big red circles on my skin, and were generally not convenient. Androgel has allowed me to achieve erections (using a **** ring) and ejaculations. Without the Androgel these are not possible.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 1:43 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>94</p></td><td ><p>The patch worked very well for me... But I still monitor my levels, today....</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 1:36 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>95</p></td><td ><p>I've been injecting testosterone cypionate for about 7 yrs, and consistently weekly injections for about 3 yrs. When I used to cycle with deca, I would use 1cc weekly for 6 wks and then cycle off for about 2 months. I began and continue between 1/2 - 3/4 cc's IM weekly maintenance of only the tes. To counteract testicular atrophy, I also take 25ml's of HCG sub-q twice weekly, 2 days away from tes injection. What I have noticed is that I have consistent weight management (tendancy to lose when not on it), strong libido and high energy, though I still have trouble with ED. The only side effect that could possibly be attributed to the therapy is an aggravation to my already benign prostate enlargement. So far, it's not been problematic to the point of seeking prostate treatment. I do take heart meds, altace<br /> & toprol, but it's not been attributed to the testosterone supplementation.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 12:03 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>96</p></td><td ><p>Test Cypionate, anavar, nolvadex to prevent gyno , HCG, when drawing down a cycle</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 11:52 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>97</p></td><td ><p>it is wonderful med. mood ,sex,and the whole body is much better with it</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 11:52 AM</p></td></tr></table> </p><p> </p><table class='post-table ' style='width: 100%'><tr><td ><p>98</p></td><td ><p>The testosterone gel did not seem to do the trick. Perhaps my hiv specialist did not prescribe it the right way. Although apparently my levels went up my erectile dysfunction did not improve. Then moved on to penile injections to no avail. Finally had a penile implant done in 2010.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 11:49 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>99</p></td><td ><p>Currently receiving injection of 100 mg or ml? every 2 weeks. Was referred to an endo specialist after Dexa scan revealed osteopenia and osteoporosis in spine and hips. Further lab tests showed low t in 2 of 3 relevant categories and over 800 units of calcium in 24 hour urine collection. Endo doc suggested T replacement to see if it would minimize bone loss and indapimide for calcium. Going with injections for this 3 month trial period. It seemed like it would be the least expensive and least complicated option -- there seems to be mounting difficulty of people being able to have doctor-written scrips filled by compounding pharmacies As for delivery method, I might prefer the sublingual over an injection. It would depend on taste or lack of. Not crazy about the idea of patches, gels, or pellets under my skin.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 11:44 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>100</p></td><td ><p>More than anything, using the gel has improved my mood.</p></td><td ><p>4/10/2011 11:13 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>101</p></td><td ><p>Increase in muscle mass, libido increased but also high hematocrit and cholesterol up. Working on the latter with increased cardio at gym. Seeing MD every couple months for new labs</p></td><td ><p>1/24/2011 11:35 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>102</p></td><td ><p>I use a triblend of testostorone, injected twice a week, hcg and an anti-estrogen pill, all monitored by a knowledgeable physician</p></td><td ><p>10/15/2010 6:30 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>103</p></td><td ><p>TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE 200MG IM WEEKLY. NO PROBLEMS NOTED EXCEPT ON OCCASSION I GET WHAT I WOULD REFER TO AS AN ACNE BUMP. NOT ON MY FACE BUT ON MY BODY. SOMETIMES ONE, SOMETIMES MORE THAN ONE AND THEY HURT LIKE THE DEMON. WHAT I HAVE LEARNED TO DO IS SQUEEZE IT AS SOON AS I DISCOVER AND THE PAIN LEAVES ALMOST RIGHT AWAY AND THE BUMP WITHIN A DAY</p></td><td ><p>6/8/2010 1:49 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>104</p></td><td ><p>I liked the patch a lot, but developed skin irritation after a few months. The gel worked well in a cool climate, but when I moved to a hot climate I seemed to sweat it off before it was absorbed completely. I started taking shots every two weeks, but the mood swings were too strong. Now I give myself weekly shots and am happy with the results. I don't like the inconvenience of carrying needles around, and would prefer a long term, slow release, method of delivery.</p></td><td ><p>5/31/2010 8:20 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>105</p></td><td ><p>Testosterone Cypionate. Hard reach to self inject but would never dream of going to a nurse for it--barely make it in for my 3-month bloodwork! If there was only a shot for patience! For muscle building, feel better about injections--only use<br /> .5ML per week--I'm a small (145 lb) guy.</p></td><td ><p>5/30/2010 1:34 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>106</p></td><td ><p>At first it made me feel great and gave me some more energy at the gym I used Androgel 5gm. Ultimately it made me anxious so I stopped it.</p></td><td ><p>5/27/2010 9:25 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>107</p></td><td ><p>My weight and mood has stabilized. I am no longer depressed. My sex drive has also improved. My muscle/fat ratio has improved.</p></td><td ><p>5/27/2010 1:17 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>108</p></td><td ><p>It has been of great help. Of course, I notice the most positive effects, when I am also working out hard.</p></td><td ><p>5/27/2010 1:08 AM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>109</p></td><td ><p>Applying Androgel to my shoulders and upper arms can cause them to noticeably itch the next day. I try to spread it rather thinly over a wider area but then I don't use the entire packet of Androgel.</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 10:58 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>110</p></td><td ><p>Was on the injection for several years and moved to the patch. My body would not absorb the cream so I moved back to the injection.</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 9:40 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>111</p></td><td ><p>Using Delatestryl 200mg/ml - 1 1/2cc every two weeks. No problems with it and preferred it over gel. Gel takes more time and effort than the shots and didn't notice any better effects. Was not aware of a sublingual daily product but that sounds as though it would be my preference. I self inject and my injections are more like acupuncture than a needle. Just can't stab myself so I slowly push the needle in. Not pleasant but bearable.</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 8:28 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>112</p></td><td ><p>Androgel</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 7:10 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>113</p></td><td ><p>I was on Androgel for one year, and I loved it...my gym workouts were so much better and I gained muscle, also my aches and pains from weight training went away so quickly. But I am on a 4-month holiday off it under the counsel of my urologist...Partly because of 7.31 PSA, I had a biopsy of my enlarged prostate in Dec 2009 and all 12 "pokes" were found to be completely benign, but my followup PSA in April 2010 showed PSA rising to 7.51...so urologist said<br /> he wanted me off testosterone for four months, to see if my rising PSA is a direct result of Androgel use or whether the prostate is possibly pre-cancerous. I will have next PSA test at end of August 2010, and if the PSA does go down, my urologist says I can resume my daily Androgel. I am hopeful of a lower PSA!</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 3:05 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>114</p></td><td ><p>It gave me a lot more energy and got rid of my fatigue. It also helped me from starving to death and helps keep my appetite up. The only thing I dont like (as a female) is that it makes your hair on your face grow a bit more...not sexy!</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 2:39 PM</p></td></tr><tr><td ><p>115</p></td><td ><p>I'm surprised so many people are able to use it for so long. I had every side effect possible. When I found myself in a mammogram machine after PSA spikes and high Hct. I just said enough. Incidentally you didn't mention testicular atrophy as another reason for stopping the drug. I went from healthy walnuts to grapes.</p></td><td ><p>5/26/2010 1:58 PM</p></td></tr></table></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Nelson Vergel, post: 55891, member: 3"] [TABLE] [TR] [TD]60 [/TD] [TD]I was feeling consistently fatigued, my doc did some blood tests and found, among other things, that I had low testosterone. We addressed the other stuff and I used Testim for a month. I didn't really notice anything except that my libido went off the charts, to an unpleasant degree! So I stopped using the Testim, and was tested again about two months later. That test showed my testosterone to be within the normal range. [/TD] [TD]4/13/2011 2:16 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]61 [/TD] [TD]Medi-Cal and Medicare will no longer cover gels. So I'm back to what I did before. A shot every two weeks. I often times have trouble getting the correct syringe and additional needle needed to draw the dose and the other to inject it. Rx's need to listen. My partner always says he can feel a lacking when he's "on the tail end" of the second week when injecting. We've both used androgel and found our selves skipping daily doses sometimes. [/TD] [TD]4/12/2011 1:59 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]62 [/TD] [TD]I tried Testim and Androgel. Androgel is far better, in my opinion, because it dries fast and isn't sticky. It also gives a boost to my feeling of well being [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 7:39 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]63 [/TD] [TD]Even is not practical, Testosterone shots are still the most affordable testosterone. Today, cost is very important. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 6:34 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]64 [/TD] [TD]I've gone off and on Testo Cypionate injections several times over the past 7 years, not be choice, by circumstance (insurance lapses, change of doctors, etc.) Each time I noticed a huge improved difference in my general stamina, sense of self worth, energy, vitality and mental well being. Without the testo I was down, depressive, listless and felt hopeless, inept, much less of a worthy person. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 4:01 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]65 [/TD] [TD]Am now using the gel, after using the patch, for about 10 years,total, now. It really changed my life when I first started using it, with an increase in energy, allowing me to go to the gym, etc. Only negative, if it can be called negative at my age, is being constantly horny. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 3:07 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]66 [/TD] [TD]I checked gel above because there was no "other" option. In fact, I use a compounded oil, which is an emulsion of T in jojoba oil. It is the most effective delivery method I have found so far. It was prescribed to me by Dr. Eugene Shippen and is made by The Medicine Shoppe in Reading, PA. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 12:51 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]67 [/TD] [TD]Previously used injectable T but didn't care for the ebb and flow of the benefit and having to self administer. Partner complained about my mood during the few days after injection, energy and sex drive waned near the end of the two week period before another shot. Also used nandrolone until problems with pulmonary hypertension and enlarged left ventricle, which my pulmonologist linked to its usage. After stopping nandrolone, hypertension problem solved but not sure of cause and effect. Switched to Testim about 6 years ago and then my ADAP changed to Androgel which I like so much better - none of the problems I had with Testim, such as difficulty drying, stickiness & mess. Goes on easily, dries rapidly and effect seems to be steady, day in and day out. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 12:35 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]68 [/TD] [TD]positive [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 12:24 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]69 [/TD] [TD]I have been taking is so long I wonder if it is doing any good. My ability to have sex with another person rarely succeeds. I have ED and difficulty reaching a orgasm. Masterbation can take up to 45 to reach an climax. I have little or no feeling rectually. The sideeffects from the ED drugs and recovery time hardly makes them worth taking them. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 11:50 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]70 [/TD] [TD]I am currently using Androgel. I have no problems with it except the excess film on the hands that occur during application. This is readily washed off. I do wish that it would increase my energy level and sexual desire though. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 11:40 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]71 [/TD] [TD]Testosterone shots saved me from depression, so severe I didn't get out of bed for days. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 10:56 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]72 [/TD] [TD]I have used the injectable kind, both kinds for over 10 years. I give myself the shots weekly as this seems to work the best and I don't notice a high or low period when given this frequently. I take .5 weekly. My hematocrit usually runs a little high, but I get my blood tested for everything every 3 months and they take enough blood to control that. My voice got deeper and I started to grow more body hair when I started. One of the 2 types I took seem to cause me to grow more body hair than the other. I been on it so long I don't remember which type. I am not a very hairy person and the one type seem to cause a little chest hair, but the type I am on now doesn't. It did fill out my beard. My PSA never went up and I think everything about taking the shots is positive except having to give them in my butt myself which is not easy. I tried the gel for a few days, but that is too messy and you have to do it every day. I prefer the shots. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 10:46 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]73 [/TD] [TD]Just started 3 week ago to early to tell much other then my energy level have increased I do have happier moods and I can see my body is changing more muscle and less fat, but I am also working out twice a day and I am on a low calories diet, so the body changes are due to a combination of factors. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 9:40 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]74 [/TD] [TD]I use Androgel. am satisfied with the effects. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 9:19 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]75 [/TD] [TD]Nipples got strangely sensitive. Not unpleasant, but I really don't want to screw around with my hormone system. It's more complex than we realize and I'm likely to cause more problems. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 9:12 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]76 [/TD] [TD]I use Androgel and would prefer something with less frequent dosing (perhaps something that I would only have to use once every few months rather than daily. I also worry about the effects of androgel on my blood pressure. It seems that one possible side effect is an increase in blood pressure. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 8:33 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]77 [/TD] [TD]I feel it helps me with HIV-related fatigue - a long-term problem I have had. And I have been applying some of it each day to a small developing buffalo hump and it has reversed it. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 7:58 AM [/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [TABLE] [TR] [TD]78 [/TD] [TD]The only experience I have had is an (very slight) increase of energy, and a little hair growth [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 7:51 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]79 [/TD] [TD]love it. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 6:47 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]80 [/TD] [TD]I inject it into my shoulder once a week. Tend to feel grogy mid week so if I could afford it I think I'd feel better w the gel! [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 6:22 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]81 [/TD] [TD]I currently use Androgel, and have been for about one year now, perhaps 8 months. Before starting Androgel, my testosterone was in the 170-215 ng/dl range, and three to four months after it was up in the 510-620 range. It was obvious the gel worked. However, other than feeling a bit more aggressive and very, very slightly more energetic for the first week or two after starting, I did not feel as different or get the results that I had hoped. After those first two weeks, I didn't feel much different than I had before: fatigue and erectile dysfunction were my main complaints I was hoping testosterone therapy would address. I chose to apply the Androgel to both my abdomen and upper arms and shoulders, according to the manufacturer's instructions. I figured the more surface area of my body that was exposed to the gel, the greater the absorption. Recently, I learned that the fattier areas of the body (i.e. abdomen) don't absorb and utilize the testosterone from the gel as well as areas less fatty (the shins, for example). For the past week I have been applying it to my upper arms, shoulders, back of the shoulders, shins, and abdomen. However, I do not know yet whether changing the application sites has improved my lab results. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 6:03 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]82 [/TD] [TD]I feel more invigorated and my muscle mass has greatly improved. [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 5:17 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]83 [/TD] [TD]generic testosterone cypionate would not change that for the world except of course for the darned needle [/TD] [TD]4/11/2011 12:44 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]84 [/TD] [TD]It seemed to maintain energy and muscle mass. I appreciated that. My wife said it made me more lecherous, and actually I appreciate that too, though I didn't notice it myself. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 9:45 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]85 [/TD] [TD]Have not felt any benefit in terms of energy or libido! [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 8:32 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]86 [/TD] [TD]helps with osteoporosis. helps with energy and attitude. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 8:11 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]87 [/TD] [TD]Used the patch and it raised welts on my skin due to the adhesive, I think. Tried the gel, but found it to be cold and messy and way too much trouble. Can't be bothered. I prefer the shot once a week and it's done. I do a smaller dose but more often. More convenient. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 7:24 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]88 [/TD] [TD]I HAVE BEEN USING TESTOSTERONE TREATMENT FOR YEARS NOW. IT GIVES ME ENERGY AND HELPS WITH LIBIDO AND MOOD. ALTHOUGH I AM VERY PLEASE WITH THE OUTCOME, HAVING TO GIVE MYSELF INJECTIONS CAN BE A LITTLE ANNOYING. IF A ONE A DAY SUBLINGUAL PRODUCT IS AVAILABLE I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT IT. I AM JUST HOPING IT WILL BE AS EFFECTIVE AS THE INJECTABLE TREATMENT IS. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 6:08 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]89 [/TD] [TD]I am using shots due to cost and preformance for me. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 4:14 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]90 [/TD] [TD]i inject testosterone cypionate twice per week, that schedule provides me with the steadiest levels. moving from gels to injections greatly improved my response to treatment. i'm interested in the pellets but only if i could maintain similar blood levels...and if the pellets weren't externally detectable. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 3:08 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]91 [/TD] [TD]I used an oral testosterone medication made in Thailand. The recommended dose on product was too high. It caused dangerously high LFTs. I had to stop all medications including anti-viral medicating. It took six months for my liver enzymes to return to normal. I have been told by my doctors not to use it again. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 2:08 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]92 [/TD] [TD]Used Androgel for several years what would be equivalent to pumps today. Changed to 8 pumps per day about a year ago due to low testosterone level even with the 4 pumps. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 2:00 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]93 [/TD] [TD]The Androgel seems to work, but I would prefer a method that doesn't require daily administration of the med. I peviously used the skin patches. These irritated my skin, left big red circles on my skin, and were generally not convenient. Androgel has allowed me to achieve erections (using a **** ring) and ejaculations. Without the Androgel these are not possible. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 1:43 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]94 [/TD] [TD]The patch worked very well for me... But I still monitor my levels, today.... [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 1:36 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]95 [/TD] [TD]I've been injecting testosterone cypionate for about 7 yrs, and consistently weekly injections for about 3 yrs. When I used to cycle with deca, I would use 1cc weekly for 6 wks and then cycle off for about 2 months. I began and continue between 1/2 - 3/4 cc's IM weekly maintenance of only the tes. To counteract testicular atrophy, I also take 25ml's of HCG sub-q twice weekly, 2 days away from tes injection. What I have noticed is that I have consistent weight management (tendancy to lose when not on it), strong libido and high energy, though I still have trouble with ED. The only side effect that could possibly be attributed to the therapy is an aggravation to my already benign prostate enlargement. So far, it's not been problematic to the point of seeking prostate treatment. I do take heart meds, altace & toprol, but it's not been attributed to the testosterone supplementation. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 12:03 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]96 [/TD] [TD]Test Cypionate, anavar, nolvadex to prevent gyno , HCG, when drawing down a cycle [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 11:52 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]97 [/TD] [TD]it is wonderful med. mood ,sex,and the whole body is much better with it [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 11:52 AM [/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [TABLE] [TR] [TD]98 [/TD] [TD]The testosterone gel did not seem to do the trick. Perhaps my hiv specialist did not prescribe it the right way. Although apparently my levels went up my erectile dysfunction did not improve. Then moved on to penile injections to no avail. Finally had a penile implant done in 2010. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 11:49 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]99 [/TD] [TD]Currently receiving injection of 100 mg or ml? every 2 weeks. Was referred to an endo specialist after Dexa scan revealed osteopenia and osteoporosis in spine and hips. Further lab tests showed low t in 2 of 3 relevant categories and over 800 units of calcium in 24 hour urine collection. Endo doc suggested T replacement to see if it would minimize bone loss and indapimide for calcium. Going with injections for this 3 month trial period. It seemed like it would be the least expensive and least complicated option -- there seems to be mounting difficulty of people being able to have doctor-written scrips filled by compounding pharmacies As for delivery method, I might prefer the sublingual over an injection. It would depend on taste or lack of. Not crazy about the idea of patches, gels, or pellets under my skin. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 11:44 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]100 [/TD] [TD]More than anything, using the gel has improved my mood. [/TD] [TD]4/10/2011 11:13 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]101 [/TD] [TD]Increase in muscle mass, libido increased but also high hematocrit and cholesterol up. Working on the latter with increased cardio at gym. Seeing MD every couple months for new labs [/TD] [TD]1/24/2011 11:35 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]102 [/TD] [TD]I use a triblend of testostorone, injected twice a week, hcg and an anti-estrogen pill, all monitored by a knowledgeable physician [/TD] [TD]10/15/2010 6:30 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]103 [/TD] [TD]TESTOSTERONE CYPIONATE 200MG IM WEEKLY. NO PROBLEMS NOTED EXCEPT ON OCCASSION I GET WHAT I WOULD REFER TO AS AN ACNE BUMP. NOT ON MY FACE BUT ON MY BODY. SOMETIMES ONE, SOMETIMES MORE THAN ONE AND THEY HURT LIKE THE DEMON. WHAT I HAVE LEARNED TO DO IS SQUEEZE IT AS SOON AS I DISCOVER AND THE PAIN LEAVES ALMOST RIGHT AWAY AND THE BUMP WITHIN A DAY [/TD] [TD]6/8/2010 1:49 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]104 [/TD] [TD]I liked the patch a lot, but developed skin irritation after a few months. The gel worked well in a cool climate, but when I moved to a hot climate I seemed to sweat it off before it was absorbed completely. I started taking shots every two weeks, but the mood swings were too strong. Now I give myself weekly shots and am happy with the results. I don't like the inconvenience of carrying needles around, and would prefer a long term, slow release, method of delivery. [/TD] [TD]5/31/2010 8:20 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]105 [/TD] [TD]Testosterone Cypionate. Hard reach to self inject but would never dream of going to a nurse for it--barely make it in for my 3-month bloodwork! If there was only a shot for patience! For muscle building, feel better about injections--only use .5ML per week--I'm a small (145 lb) guy. [/TD] [TD]5/30/2010 1:34 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]106 [/TD] [TD]At first it made me feel great and gave me some more energy at the gym I used Androgel 5gm. Ultimately it made me anxious so I stopped it. [/TD] [TD]5/27/2010 9:25 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]107 [/TD] [TD]My weight and mood has stabilized. I am no longer depressed. My sex drive has also improved. My muscle/fat ratio has improved. [/TD] [TD]5/27/2010 1:17 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]108 [/TD] [TD]It has been of great help. Of course, I notice the most positive effects, when I am also working out hard. [/TD] [TD]5/27/2010 1:08 AM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]109 [/TD] [TD]Applying Androgel to my shoulders and upper arms can cause them to noticeably itch the next day. I try to spread it rather thinly over a wider area but then I don't use the entire packet of Androgel. [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 10:58 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]110 [/TD] [TD]Was on the injection for several years and moved to the patch. My body would not absorb the cream so I moved back to the injection. [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 9:40 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]111 [/TD] [TD]Using Delatestryl 200mg/ml - 1 1/2cc every two weeks. No problems with it and preferred it over gel. Gel takes more time and effort than the shots and didn't notice any better effects. Was not aware of a sublingual daily product but that sounds as though it would be my preference. I self inject and my injections are more like acupuncture than a needle. Just can't stab myself so I slowly push the needle in. Not pleasant but bearable. [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 8:28 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]112 [/TD] [TD]Androgel [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 7:10 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]113 [/TD] [TD]I was on Androgel for one year, and I loved it...my gym workouts were so much better and I gained muscle, also my aches and pains from weight training went away so quickly. But I am on a 4-month holiday off it under the counsel of my urologist...Partly because of 7.31 PSA, I had a biopsy of my enlarged prostate in Dec 2009 and all 12 "pokes" were found to be completely benign, but my followup PSA in April 2010 showed PSA rising to 7.51...so urologist said he wanted me off testosterone for four months, to see if my rising PSA is a direct result of Androgel use or whether the prostate is possibly pre-cancerous. I will have next PSA test at end of August 2010, and if the PSA does go down, my urologist says I can resume my daily Androgel. I am hopeful of a lower PSA! [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 3:05 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]114 [/TD] [TD]It gave me a lot more energy and got rid of my fatigue. It also helped me from starving to death and helps keep my appetite up. The only thing I dont like (as a female) is that it makes your hair on your face grow a bit more...not sexy! [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 2:39 PM [/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]115 [/TD] [TD]I'm surprised so many people are able to use it for so long. I had every side effect possible. When I found myself in a mammogram machine after PSA spikes and high Hct. I just said enough. Incidentally you didn't mention testicular atrophy as another reason for stopping the drug. I went from healthy walnuts to grapes. [/TD] [TD]5/26/2010 1:58 PM [/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] [/QUOTE]
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