When looking through various TRT forums, I've noticed that the idea of performing a trial period for TRT is often looked down upon. The pervading notion is that it's a simply a lifelong commitment. I understand testosterone's potential for natural suppression, and I assume that's the reason for the "no trials" way of thinking. But what I've learned about higher-frequency applications and shorter esters makes me think it's perhaps not so black and white.
Let's say someone is in their 40s and has low free testosterone. They experience symptoms that align with that, but the symptoms aren't so severe as to be unacceptable. It's more of a situation where optimal functioning is desired rather than just having enough to get by. All positive lifestyle factors and diet are already being accounted for, so this is the best that can be expected naturally.
The goal would be to use a method that quickly reveals the benefits but conversely allows one to quickly return to their natural condition if it becomes clear their body is not a good responder to the treatment. In that scenario, how do you guys think someone should go about trialing whether or not TRT is an effective treatment? Or would you agree with the notion that a trial such as that is a bad idea, regardless of the protocol used?
Let's say someone is in their 40s and has low free testosterone. They experience symptoms that align with that, but the symptoms aren't so severe as to be unacceptable. It's more of a situation where optimal functioning is desired rather than just having enough to get by. All positive lifestyle factors and diet are already being accounted for, so this is the best that can be expected naturally.
The goal would be to use a method that quickly reveals the benefits but conversely allows one to quickly return to their natural condition if it becomes clear their body is not a good responder to the treatment. In that scenario, how do you guys think someone should go about trialing whether or not TRT is an effective treatment? Or would you agree with the notion that a trial such as that is a bad idea, regardless of the protocol used?
