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<blockquote data-quote="aneuman" data-source="post: 259900" data-attributes="member: 43264"><p>Hello guys,</p><p></p><p>Many of you are aware of my journey, but for those who don't know, I started with HCG 2000 IU a week, felt like a greek God for two weeks, then back to basics, Enclomiphene, Great labs but no symptom relief, then Enclomiphene + HCG, some improvements, then TRT.</p><p></p><p>I was prescribed 100 mg Testosterone Cypionate. I started with 90mg a week (3 x 30mg M-W-F). I notice an increase in morning wood the first two weeks, but after that, not much other than increased anxiety and heavy breathing. I also have BPH, I have not noticed any deterioration of LUTS.</p><p></p><p>Here are my first 6 weeks labs (July 17)</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Estradiol, Ultrasensitive, LC/MS [<= 29 pg/ml] = <strong><em>34 pg/ml (HIGH)</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Testosterone Total, MS [250 - 1100 ng/dL] = <strong><em>1044 ng/dL</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Testosterone, Free [35-155 pg/mL] = <strong><em>195.2 ng/dl (HIGH)</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Sex Hormone Binding Globuline: [22 - 77 nmol/L)=-<strong><em> 36 nmol/L</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Vermuelen calculated FreeT: <strong><em>22.9 ng/dL</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">TrueT calculated Free T: <strong><em>23.1 ng/dL</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><br /> </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Red Blood Count:<strong><em> 5.54</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Hemoglobin:<strong><em> 16.9</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Hematocrit: <strong><em>49.6. (previous 47, June 2)</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Platelet Count: <strong><em>221</em></strong></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><br /> </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">PSA: <strong><em>3.14. (previous was 2.6, June 2)</em></strong></li> </ul><p>For the first time ever, in any protocol, Free testosterone has been above 13 ng/dL, and even that only happened once, on enclomiphene and a total T of 1183 ng/dL. Typically my Free T averages the low 70s, most recently in the 40s.</p><p></p><p><strong>Advise request:</strong></p><p></p><p>As I mentioned, at the time of the labs (true trough, Monday, before injection, on a M-W-F schedule) the only thing I've noticed is increased anxiety.</p><p></p><p>What do you think in regards to:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Timeframe</strong>: Does it take <u><strong>much longer than 6 weeks</strong></u> under these conditions for main effects (morning wood, erection, sleep, etc) to return? Keep in mind I'm a 60 year old, so I don't expect miracles, or should I?</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Dosage</strong>: Should I <strong><u>increase decrease the dosage</u></strong>? I know for some in this forum "more is better", but maybe lower will be better? or not?</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Frequency</strong>: Should I go back to<strong><u> M-W-F, stay on M-F, or maybe change to once a week</u></strong>, as prescribed.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Statistically, based on prior experience, what would be the recommendation for a 60 year old white male, no other comorbidities other than BPH, currently on Cialis 5mg a day, no other medication. No family history of prostate cancer. My BP is around 120/7x.</p><p></p><p>On Monday I changed to 2 x 50 mg (M-F) thinking that maybe maintaining levels too constant would not be desired.</p><p></p><p>Before you answer "<em>Only you should know, everyone is different</em>", let it be known that I know that, and if we applied that logic to everything, there wouldn't be a need for a forum, as no-one could provide advise to anyone, since "<em>everybody is different</em>"</p><p></p><p>Feel free to speculate but if you can, please state your thoughts and logic. I understand that this is not medical advice and I will not hold anybody liable for any consequences. I even asked chatgpt to write a disclaimer for me :-D</p><p></p><p><em><strong>Disclaimer:</strong></em></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>The opinions and advice provided in response to my online inquiry are solely the views of individual users and do not represent professional or expert opinions. I acknowledge that I am seeking advice at my own discretion and will not hold any person, entity, or platform responsible or liable for any consequences arising from following or implementing the advice provided.</strong></em></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>I understand that the information shared online is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or consultation. Any decisions I make based on the responses received are entirely my responsibility.</strong></em></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Furthermore, I recognize that online communities may consist of individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of expertise, and their advice may not always be accurate, complete, or applicable to my specific situation. Therefore, I will exercise my own judgment and consider seeking guidance from qualified professionals if necessary.</strong></em></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>By posting my inquiry and receiving responses, I agree hold harmless all participants, moderators, and platform owners from any claims, damages, or losses that may occur as a result of acting upon the advice provided.</strong></em></p><p><em><strong></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>I am fully aware that the internet is a public domain, and any information shared may be accessible to others. Hence, I will avoid sharing sensitive or confidential information while seeking advice online.</strong></em></p><p></p><p><strong><em>In summary, I acknowledge the risks involved in seeking advice online and agree to release all parties from any liability related to the guidance provided. Ultimately, I am responsible for my decisions and actions based on the information received.</em></strong></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="aneuman, post: 259900, member: 43264"] Hello guys, Many of you are aware of my journey, but for those who don't know, I started with HCG 2000 IU a week, felt like a greek God for two weeks, then back to basics, Enclomiphene, Great labs but no symptom relief, then Enclomiphene + HCG, some improvements, then TRT. I was prescribed 100 mg Testosterone Cypionate. I started with 90mg a week (3 x 30mg M-W-F). I notice an increase in morning wood the first two weeks, but after that, not much other than increased anxiety and heavy breathing. I also have BPH, I have not noticed any deterioration of LUTS. Here are my first 6 weeks labs (July 17) [LIST] [*]Estradiol, Ultrasensitive, LC/MS [<= 29 pg/ml] = [B][I]34 pg/ml (HIGH)[/I][/B] [*]Testosterone Total, MS [250 - 1100 ng/dL] = [B][I]1044 ng/dL[/I][/B] [*]Testosterone, Free [35-155 pg/mL] = [B][I]195.2 ng/dl (HIGH)[/I][/B] [*]Sex Hormone Binding Globuline: [22 - 77 nmol/L)=-[B][I] 36 nmol/L[/I][/B] [*]Vermuelen calculated FreeT: [B][I]22.9 ng/dL[/I][/B] [*]TrueT calculated Free T: [B][I]23.1 ng/dL[/I][/B] [*] [*]Red Blood Count:[B][I] 5.54[/I][/B] [*]Hemoglobin:[B][I] 16.9[/I][/B] [*]Hematocrit: [B][I]49.6. (previous 47, June 2)[/I][/B] [*]Platelet Count: [B][I]221[/I][/B] [*] [*]PSA: [B][I]3.14. (previous was 2.6, June 2)[/I][/B] [/LIST] For the first time ever, in any protocol, Free testosterone has been above 13 ng/dL, and even that only happened once, on enclomiphene and a total T of 1183 ng/dL. Typically my Free T averages the low 70s, most recently in the 40s. [B]Advise request:[/B] As I mentioned, at the time of the labs (true trough, Monday, before injection, on a M-W-F schedule) the only thing I've noticed is increased anxiety. What do you think in regards to: [LIST] [*][B]Timeframe[/B]: Does it take [U][B]much longer than 6 weeks[/B][/U] under these conditions for main effects (morning wood, erection, sleep, etc) to return? Keep in mind I'm a 60 year old, so I don't expect miracles, or should I? [*][B]Dosage[/B]: Should I [B][U]increase decrease the dosage[/U][/B]? I know for some in this forum "more is better", but maybe lower will be better? or not? [*][B]Frequency[/B]: Should I go back to[B][U] M-W-F, stay on M-F, or maybe change to once a week[/U][/B], as prescribed. [/LIST] Statistically, based on prior experience, what would be the recommendation for a 60 year old white male, no other comorbidities other than BPH, currently on Cialis 5mg a day, no other medication. No family history of prostate cancer. My BP is around 120/7x. On Monday I changed to 2 x 50 mg (M-F) thinking that maybe maintaining levels too constant would not be desired. Before you answer "[I]Only you should know, everyone is different[/I]", let it be known that I know that, and if we applied that logic to everything, there wouldn't be a need for a forum, as no-one could provide advise to anyone, since "[I]everybody is different[/I]" Feel free to speculate but if you can, please state your thoughts and logic. I understand that this is not medical advice and I will not hold anybody liable for any consequences. I even asked chatgpt to write a disclaimer for me :-D [I][B]Disclaimer: The opinions and advice provided in response to my online inquiry are solely the views of individual users and do not represent professional or expert opinions. I acknowledge that I am seeking advice at my own discretion and will not hold any person, entity, or platform responsible or liable for any consequences arising from following or implementing the advice provided. I understand that the information shared online is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or consultation. Any decisions I make based on the responses received are entirely my responsibility. Furthermore, I recognize that online communities may consist of individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of expertise, and their advice may not always be accurate, complete, or applicable to my specific situation. Therefore, I will exercise my own judgment and consider seeking guidance from qualified professionals if necessary. By posting my inquiry and receiving responses, I agree hold harmless all participants, moderators, and platform owners from any claims, damages, or losses that may occur as a result of acting upon the advice provided. I am fully aware that the internet is a public domain, and any information shared may be accessible to others. Hence, I will avoid sharing sensitive or confidential information while seeking advice online.[/B][/I] [B][I]In summary, I acknowledge the risks involved in seeking advice online and agree to release all parties from any liability related to the guidance provided. Ultimately, I am responsible for my decisions and actions based on the information received.[/I][/B] [/QUOTE]
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