Hi everyone,
I’m 47 years old, living in Japan, and working for the U.S. government. About a year ago, I had my total testosterone tested through the VA, and it came back at 399 ng/dL. Despite reporting classic low T symptoms, I was told the level was “within range,” so no treatment was initiated.
Fast forward to two months ago—I had my free testosterone tested locally in Tokyo, and it came back at 11.3 pg/mL. Based on that result, I was referred to a urologist, who here in Japan is typically the one who handles TRT.
Three weeks ago, I re-tested, and my free T had dropped to 8.2, a 22% decline in just a few weeks. The urologist expressed concern and started me on TRT immediately, injecting 250 mg of testosterone enanthate in the shoulder two days ago. He plans to continue with biweekly injections (every 2 weeks).
I requested additional labs for total T and SHBG, which he drew after the injection. I’ll receive those results in two weeks.
Currently on Day 2, and I’m experiencing significant bloating. After doing quite a bit of research, I’ve found that many in the TRT community advocate for weekly dosing (e.g., 100–125 mg/week) to maintain stable levels and reduce estrogen-related sides.
So I’m wondering:
Has anyone here had long-term success on 250 mg every 2 weeks?
Did your bloating resolve as your body adjusted?
Are there any strategies to reduce bloating in the short term (supplements, timing, diet)?
Also I was born with both testicles undecendent and got the corrective surgery at 5 which is too late. I believe I may have always had low T but now it is finally catching up to my body.
I’d really appreciate any insights from those with experience on this protocol or similar symptoms. Thanks in advance.
I’m 47 years old, living in Japan, and working for the U.S. government. About a year ago, I had my total testosterone tested through the VA, and it came back at 399 ng/dL. Despite reporting classic low T symptoms, I was told the level was “within range,” so no treatment was initiated.
Fast forward to two months ago—I had my free testosterone tested locally in Tokyo, and it came back at 11.3 pg/mL. Based on that result, I was referred to a urologist, who here in Japan is typically the one who handles TRT.
Three weeks ago, I re-tested, and my free T had dropped to 8.2, a 22% decline in just a few weeks. The urologist expressed concern and started me on TRT immediately, injecting 250 mg of testosterone enanthate in the shoulder two days ago. He plans to continue with biweekly injections (every 2 weeks).
I requested additional labs for total T and SHBG, which he drew after the injection. I’ll receive those results in two weeks.
Currently on Day 2, and I’m experiencing significant bloating. After doing quite a bit of research, I’ve found that many in the TRT community advocate for weekly dosing (e.g., 100–125 mg/week) to maintain stable levels and reduce estrogen-related sides.
So I’m wondering:
Has anyone here had long-term success on 250 mg every 2 weeks?
Did your bloating resolve as your body adjusted?
Are there any strategies to reduce bloating in the short term (supplements, timing, diet)?
Also I was born with both testicles undecendent and got the corrective surgery at 5 which is too late. I believe I may have always had low T but now it is finally catching up to my body.
I’d really appreciate any insights from those with experience on this protocol or similar symptoms. Thanks in advance.
