First labs 11 weeks into TRT. Should I be concerned?

[WharfRat]

I searched the posts and didn’t quite find the thing that satisfied, so apologies for risking a useless post (my first one, at that). Of course I plan to talk through with provider, but I can’t stop myself from wanting to get balls deep in research.

Took my first labs since starting TRT. Labs were drawn about 11 weeks since beginning a course of 120 Cyprionate split into two subq shots per week. Labs were taken at trough in the morning.

Prior to beginning, I was at

• 369 total,
• 6.9 free,
• SHBG 39.5,
• estradiol 9.4,
• IGF 1

These latest labs (attached) seem nuts for the amount I’m taking?

• >1500 total
• 35.7 free,
• Estradiol 24.9
• DHT 92

My blood pressure is on the high side of normal but unchanged from before therapy. The attached shows negligible movement in hematocrit (I think?). How do I feel? Fine. Felt super great for a bit, last few weeks not as super great but still better than before TRT by miles.

Is this super abnormal for the dose I’m on, and should I be concerned? I guess, all other things being equal, why not have more, if my other health markers are fine and I feel fine? But is this super excessive and risky? Would love any thoughts from folks smarter than me. I still struggle with how these numbers interact.

Thanks for any input.

 

[Phil Goodman]

I maybe used imprecise language I. The original post - I’m certainly not considering increasing!

Would love to know if you know of a clinic that operates with NC folks who I can trust to know all the shit above and direct my treatment accordingly! Thanks for all the info!

Good to hear you aren’t considering increasing.


As far as providers, I’ve been with Defy medical for over 4 years and have been happy with the care and treatment. The first year may be a little pricey due to requiring more bloodwork. But I’ve been dialed in on my protocol of HCG and trt (between 100-120/week) for years so they only require bloodwork once a year now and an annual consultation. Good price on medications and supplies… and are willing to call in prescriptions for HCG if you want it which is great. Again, I’ve been happy with them.