Testosterone and Platelet Count

[Smokin Joe]

Just wanted to share an observation while being on Testosterone.
I have Immune Thrombocytopenia where my system eats up a % of my platelets regularly. Hematologist doesn't know why just happens.
I've noticed that when I'm on T my platelet count goes up to around 120 to 130 every time.

Currently off of T platelets have dropped to 108 - 112. Had them checked twice recently due to back procedures.
Gives me the impression that Testosterone is pro platelets?
Any comments welcome.
S.J.

 

[Vince]

I have not noticed. Testosterone affecting my platelet count. I do keep an eye on it because it does normally run on the lower end. My doctor tells me it's nothing to worry about until it gets down into the '90s. Mine had never got below the lowest end of range.

 

[Smokin Joe]

Thanks Vince.
One time along time ago mine dropped to 80 but I was fighting a severe case of cellulitis .
Never that low since.

 

[Cataceous]

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Gives me the impression that Testosterone is pro platelets?
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My data suggest this:
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[tareload]

My data suggest this:
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Effects of Exogenous Androgens on Platelet Activity and Their Thrombogenic Potential in Supraphysiological Administration: A Literature Review - PMC

Anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS), simply called “androgens”, represent the most widespread drugs used to enhance performance and appearance in a sporting environment. High-dosage and/or long-term AAS administration has been associated frequently ...

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Only real bump I've gotten is with 50 mg oxandrolone daily for 4 weeks. Did a replicate. Obviously lipids not worth the platelet effect in my particular case.

For some reason Cataceous can post pics but I can't. Jealous.

Tried using the insert image function as well as just copying into the post window. No luck.

 

[Cataceous]

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For some reason Cataceous can post pics but I can't. Jealous.

I used a workaround, posting it at a hosting site. I'm not sure what's happening at ExcelMale. Now that you've confirmed it's more widespread we can make inquiries.

@Jason Sypolt @Nelson Vergel
We're getting server errors when we try to attach images. Can you investigate?

 

[tareload]

I used a workaround, posting it at a hosting site. I'm not sure what's happening at ExcelMale. Now that you've confirmed it's more widespread we can make inquiries.

@Jason Sypolt @Nelson Vergel
We're getting server errors when we try to attach images. Can you investigate?

Thanks so much and great workaround. @madman was also having the same issue.

I appreciate it.

 

[Smokin Joe]

Cataceous,
I would tend to agree as using 100 mg weekly is when I get the best bump up.
As soon as I get this prostate biopsy I'll make up my mind about moving forward.
It's funny though as I get older how my system has changed as far as tolerating certain things.
I have been using low dose pregnenolone for three weeks and it's working fine as a standalone.
Used to be I couldn't take it at all.
But DHEA at any doze is a no go.