TRT: Options I'm Considering

So, last month I checked my test levels (time of blood was taken: 12:00pm) and the results were 305(L). The doctor further wanted to see my levels in the morning, as he states test levels are higher in the AM. As requested, I completed another blood test only to see that my levels were 215(L) at 9am. The grid shows test levels can be from 250-850, I'm far below that number.

My doctor stated TRT as an option, however I'm not wanting to travel that route, as I'm only 34 years old. His next option was Clomid, which he has prescribed. He's prescribed Clomid 50mg, 1 tablet a day, with a refill.

I've been reading and sounds like there are other options that play almost the same role as Clomid, called HCG. I'm curious, which route I should go? Whats the difference, and is one better then the other?

Note: I ran gear last year on a 15 week cycle with Tren. Before I ran gear, I did my blood work and seen my test levels were at 185(L), so I had no problem jumping into the deep end! If this helps you make your final decision for what I'm looking for... Please help!

Thank you,
Angelo
 
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Did you do any PCT with your cycle last year? I think Clomid and/or HCG could be a start for you though I rarely see anyone successful, short or longterm with either method and quickly move on to injections. You were Low T before your cycle so that should be an indicator.
 

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Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

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