libido

I know you maybe know or don't know guys but here goes my Question, i have a quick question that i wondered the answer too. Does Dopamine Signal the brain for pleasure signals to get Erections faster especially if you are lacking it? and would someone deficient in dopamine, by taking a...

I started TRT about a year and a half ago after being diagnosed with bilateral varicoceles and showing a total T in the low 400's and a free T of 5. I had the varicoceles successfully removed but started TRT because my symptoms were terrible and I was not sure what damage was done by the...

Hi guys: I've been in TRT since April of this year. I started with a local clinic and then switched to Defy on July 1. Before switching to Defy in July 1 these were my markers (all labcorp) and protocol: Protocol before Defy: T cypionate/propianate : 80 mg twice per week Anastrazole: 0.5 mg...

Hi everybody! Stefan here - longtime reader and fan of this forum and web site. I've got some real puzzling libido/testosterone issues and have reached an impasse about what to do next. I'm 33 years old, married, have kids and would like more. Body fat somewhere between 15% and 20%. Main...

Height: 6ft (Lifetime underweight, never on any psych meds) Motivation (libido mainly): tried cialis Nov 2017 after a year long break and it wasn't working the same, sudden weak erections during porn use Feb 2018 (after 6 years of minimal porn use, nofap with relapses for 6 years), 10%...

I’ve been creeping around here for a while and thought I’d ask directly and see if there have been any other experiences or advice that could be offered. I’ve been on 160mg/wk Test Cyp since March. My test levels went from the 300’s to between 990’s and 1090’s (I’ve done three panels since)...

Long time lurker, first time poster. On TRT for 2+ years an everything is great aside from utter lack of libido. Labs are great, mood is good, and all in all no complaints except from the notable libido lack. Been doing research on caber and am considering asking my doctor about it. I've...

High-dose Niacin was generally considered very beneficial before about 2010 but then fell into a bit of disfavor without much credible change in the science. I have been watching the evidence for a long time and it seems incomplete but generally positive. I have tried niacin on and off without...

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After a few years of reading forum posts, it seems that there is a pattern of people starting TRT, going through a "honeymoon" phase where libido skyrockets, then trying to figure out what to do when libido drops below pre-TRT levels. Sometimes we add something else (like HCG), go through...

Hi everyone, I am desperately looking for some answers and direction here as doctors so far are unable to help or work out what's going on regarding my non existent libido and ED. Below I have detailed a brief history to assist I am 25yo and currently on TRT, prescribed by an...

Hi everybody, As I have said in previous posts, my endo prescribed me 175mg of testosterone cypionate every 14 days. I instead chose to give myself my medication every 7 days after reading of the stupidity of injecting every 14 days. I also know that my dosage is probably too high for a beginner...

I am a 32 yo male who has been experiencing low libido for over a year. Bloods revealed low testosterone and MRI of the pituitary with an 'incidental' 3mm finding. Endocrinologist felt no treatment was indicated. I have since been self medicating with Enclomiphene and Arimidex. My testosterone...

Does DHEA increase libido?

I started taking DIM (2 capsules a day - DIM plus from Nature’s way) and my libido went through the roof (it was already good before starting DIM). So i stopped and resumed a few times to see if it was the DIM responsible for the boost in libido and it seems like it is. So if you have your lab...

Hi guys: I`m a 38 years old thin guy,i began with trt on 2017, nice results, better mood better erections, recently better sleep, but still i have issues with orgasm, since long time i`ve been unable to achieve orgasm on an intercourse, and when i masturbate sometime i 'lost' the signal before...

I'm new to the forum and am looking for help and guidance regarding low libido and most recently ED. Attached are blood work results from about 6 weeks ago. I was diagnosed with low test in November of 2016 and prescribed shots of test cyp. 200 mg every other week. It seemed to help with...

Guys... Could use some thoughts...my progress has been great. A lot more energy in general, been feeling good overall but have an issue. I am 37 years old. I have a hard time reaching orgasm during sex as many times i feel desensitized. I have read through the forums spoken with my doctor...

Hey everyone, I'm the guy who crashed his estradiol with an OTC AI by the name of Elim1nate. I have never been on exogenous test or any of the sort. I took the drug because it was recommended to me (by a PhD in physiology, nonetheless) and crashed my estradiol. I crashed it in March and still...

Hi, I have been diagnosed with secondary hypogonadism since I had extremely low T (100-150) and extremely low FSH and low LH. I started clomid 50mg ED as per my urologist almost 2 months ago, and I have ZERO libido. So was planning to try a lower dose like 25mg a day or even 25mg every other...

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I got on testosterone therapy in February and the effects were unnoticeable for about 2 weeks. Then my libido exploded. After getting my bloodwork done (after starting therapy)...I was told my reading was too high and my doctor lowered the dosage. The original dosage was 100mg 2x per week...

Hey guys, one year on nebido and ive lost 1 stone, overall I am feeling great, but my libido is non existant, my ED is bad, my first week on nebido and i was like a horny 15yr old but after a week it was gone and has stayed gone.... i injured myself in the testicles years ago and my endo says...

General Questions I been having hard time with getting some anecdotal information on. 1) How long after starting an AI do you actually feel the benefits of it? I'm not gyno prone, but definitely bloated, mediocre sex drive, moodiness, erectile dysfunction and sexual sensitivity (when I can get...

Hi, Let me start of with the stats and blood work before I get into my actual concerns and questions: Stats : 32 years old. 172 cm ( 5 feet 7⅝ inches ) Weight : 71 kg ( 156,53 pounds ) Bodyfat : 9-10% Background : Based out of Europe (no prescription available here - so everything comes...

So my lady got labs finally, from discounted labs she had high natural total testosterone 54, 2.7 free T, but relatively low progesterone at 0.2, and 105 estradiol. This was 5 days after her period. What's strange is despite the high T she has low libido for 26 years old, (never is horny sex...

I went to meet with a TRT doc because of the experience my friend had in treating his low T. I was experiencing night sweats and poor sleep (tried melatonin and even ambien), diminished ability to grow muscle (following a strict diet and 6 days per week weight training), and high/low libido...

Hey guys. Got a question I'm hoping you can help me out with. I'm scheduled to see my Dr again in April, and that's a ways away so I'm wondering if I need to get in early, or if my experience is normal. I'll post as many details as possible, but if I forget anything just let me know. 38...

Hello, I've had libido and erection issues off and on for at least five years. During the same time frame I've also experienced periods of melancholy mood. I have a bit of anxiety but I've not needed medication. My sex drive and erection quality have both taken a huge dive over the past 12...

Hello all; My name is Ethan from NJ and I am 22 years old... I figured I would just jump right into my questions and concerns here and see if anyone can help me at all. Slowly but surely, over the past few months I have been having erectile dysfunction issues, and my sex drive is decreasing...