Hi,
Does it matter in which muscle you inject testosterone? I've read that injecting into gluteus maximus is the best way. But, what if you'd choose another muscle? Would it change anything? Thanks.
I am sure your Doctor should talk you through step by step, I take you are going on TRT via your doctors advice?
injecting into the glutes is not dangerous as long as you inject into the upper outer quadrant. In fact, IM glute injections are standard technique.
I am not giving myself shots. Not yet at least. Nurses are doing it so far.
I am just asking, because i want to know if there's a difference in injecting to various muscles. Because if i were doing shots myself, the gluteus area is not that easy to reach.
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A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.
Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.
The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.
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