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Haven’t donated blood in years because when I was donating 4 times per year my ferritin dropped as low as 0 (according to labs). After lowering my T dose and stopping all phlebotomies, it took about 2 years to get a normal (in the 40s) ferritin level. I donated again 6 weeks ago because me...

3 weeks ago my doctor switched me from 10mg Zocor to 10mg Crestor since my levels were still too high. At the exact same time I started HCG 25 units 3 times per week. I have since developed almost sever debilitating muscle pain and weakness, in legs arms and shoulders. I switched from 10mg daily...

I donated blood for the first time in 4 years because my hematocrit was 55.5 One week post donation my Ferritin came back at 27.2 - Normal value: 22.0 - 322.0 ng/mL Still considered normal, and I wish I knew what it was before the donation. How bad will it be for my ferritin If I have to...

Not sure of this is the correct forum. I have a question for the guys who use Defy ( I will be starting up with them soon). What is the typical Testosterone protocol that Defy prefers? Its is Test Cyp sub-q, IM, weekly injections, every other day injections, or is it something else? Im curious...

3 weeks about my labs showed hematocrit was at 55.5. I donated blood and just repeated labs and now its 47.5 I'm very happy, but I wonder how long it will stay under 50. My Ferritin is 27 which is already low normal. Hate to have to drop more blood to soon

I inject 16mg test cyp every other day. I feel great on day 1 after infection. libido crashes on day 2 until next infection. My HCT just came back at 55.1 so I have to donate blood. Please have a look at my labs and give me some opinions. I have a consult with DEFY in a couple weeks. The below...

60 year old male here. I have been on test cyp for 15 years. I have always struggled with elevated hematocrit and I dislike donating blood.. I lowered my dose to 12mg sub-q every other day. On that dose my hematocrit stayed around 49-50 area. Been doing that for a few years but I just don't feel...

I tried Cialis four or five years ago, and I noticed it was making my heart race a little. I recently gave it another try 2.5 mg every day and I’m no longer feeling that side effect. I think part of the reason is because lately my blood pressure has been a little bit on the high side so I think...

Been on TRT for about 13 years. Im 59. I started using a well know doctor on NYC but the commute became a hassle, so about 4 years ago I began using my primary care doctor for my TRT. My doctor is clueless about TRT, but he trusts me as I have been on it for years. He prescribes Test Cyp, I...

Just found out via MRI that I have mild to moderate central canal stenosis in the cervical area. I also have this in the lumbar spine. I was wondering if there are non-surgical treatments for this.

I went back on HCG 250IU twice a week. Its been about 5 weeks now and I have put on about 10 pounds. I don't recall this happening in the past. I am curious if others have gained weight on HCG

After my last 2 HCG injections sub-q in the belly I got these strange bloody marks on the skin, almost immediately. Am I injecting incorrectly?

Anyone else experience this problem? Is this typical of an enlarged prostate? My doc said my prostate "feels" normal but it could still be enlarged. This has been an ongoing problem for the last 5 to 7 years. It seems to be getting worse. I have a urine flow test and a bladder sonogram in a...

I need to start writing things down. Last night I injected my usual 16mg T sub-q. Next dose is tomorrow as I go EOD. I forgot I injected yesterday and injected again tonight. Never did that before. Should I worry? I guess I'll skip a dose to get back in line.

I just had labs and my HCT came in at 53.5 Normal. The ref range is 40 - 54. First time I seen that. 50 was always the cut-off in the past. I don't know which lab this urologist used.

Anyone have experience with the UroCuff test? My doctor is doing one in a couple weeks due to my frequent urination. I read about it briefly and it sounds painful.

I have been using the larger 11,000 IU Vial from Hallendale Pharmacy. Its cheaper and lasts longer than the standard 6000 vial from Empower. Anyone know how long HCG will stay fresh after its mixed with water and placed in the refrigerator?

I was injecting 40mg 2 times a week IM (Test C) at that time I was having to donate blood every 4 months which crashed my ferritin. 2 years ago I lowed it to 15mg EOD sub-q My new results are attached. Problem is I feel like I have aged 20 years. Low drive, low energy etc. I think its time to...

My wife was just prescribed Oxytocin nasal spray. I was curious to hear about others who have tried this.

I recently added Now products - Soy Lecithin Granules to my morning smoothie (2 scoops) and I am feeling the difference. Seems to help with my energy and a noticeable increase in semen volume. Also my cholesterol levels have improved somewhat. I wasn't aware that sunflower seed lecithin was...

I have been on HCG a couple years. Lately I have been getting mild pain in the left testicle. The pain is more like a soreness and it only happens when touching or rolling it around. I was just wondering if this could be from the HCG The pain is in the left testicle, which hangs about an inch...

I recently developed plaque psoriasis on one elbow, and now spreading to the other elbow. Doc gave me some steroid ointment which clears it right up, but soon returns again. I am told this will be a lifetime proposition. Just curious if anyone on her had had this issue.

Been on Lipitor for about 7 years. Im 56 and have terrible muscle aches. I just thought it was part of getting older. Then 3 weeks ago I stopped my daily 10mg of Lipitor. Muscle aches are mysteriously gone now, and I sleep better and just feel better. My lipid levels on the Lipitor were: Total...

I have been on and off zinc 50mg daily. My GP told me that I am taking a toxic dose (50mg daily) I notice that when I take the zinc my chronic sinus infections vanish, and then return shortly after stopping. Also, my lymphocytes are typically low, but after starting the zinc they returned to...

I take a very low dose of Cialis, 2.5mg 4 days a week. I have been working on loosing weight and I recently dropped 10 pounds. Since loosing the 10 pounds my blood pressure has also came down. I used to run about 130 over 85-90. Now that I reduced carbs and salt and dropped 10 pounds my pressure...

I had all my needles lined up tonight. Injected testosterone cyp first, then I mistakenly used the same needle for HCG. Is this going to taint my bottle of HCG (oil and water)?

I was on 250 units HCG 2x weekly. I added a third injection bringing it to 750 units weekly. I feel better as far as improved orgasms and sensitivity. I also inject 14mg Test CYP EOD sub-q. Just got my labs back. Please have a look

I am curious if anyone has lowered high hematocrit by a reduction of T dosage, and how long it took to see a drop.

My last blood test Hct came back at 53 back in March. Then this coronavirus hit and I haven't had a chance to recheck it. I am not having symptoms other than feeling very itchy. The last time I donated blood I had a very hard time. Felt lightheaded and short of breath for a day afterwords. I am...

My wife and I are traveling for the next 5 days. She takes Estrogen cream nightly and 50mg of Progesterone. She packed the estrogen but left the progesterone on the table. Just wondering if anyone knows if its safe to skip the progesterone for 5 days and just take the Estrogen. Conversely she...

I found an interesting read on iron deficiency without anemia (which is what most of us frequent blood donors have). They even mention TRT as a cause: Iron Deficiency Without Anemia – Common, Important, Neglected