Some guys here have reported stabbing pain in the testes due to atrophy. They were on TRT without HCG. Is this stabbing pain fairly common in guys not injecting HCG along with their t-injections?
Hi Jim, I am one of those that reported a sharp stabing pain. I was on T mono with my PCP for 6 months. My balls had pulled up against my body like a 12 year old.
In the evening while watching TV I would get sharp stabing or a pinching feeling. Sharp and quick 2-3 a night. After taking HCG 800iu/wk for about 10 days my balls returned to their normal position and all the pain went away.
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PS I am currently trying to figure out how little Ican take but keep my boys swinging where they belong. I am at 600iu/wk and all is well.
My next adjustment will be 400iu/wk but that will be after my July30th protocol checkup. You have to be really slow when making adjustment.
Man, I wonder how many others here have had that same pain...Scares the crap out of me just thinking about it. If and when I begin TRT, it will definitely be HCG for me.
Man, I wonder how many others here have had that same pain...Scares the crap out of me just thinking about it. If and when I begin TRT, it will definitely be HCG for me.
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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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DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038