Low T (testosterone)

[flywise]

guy at work is being treated and i am getting tested in 2 weeks. I hope it is low so I have an excuse for being really lazy the last couple years

[HighHandicap]

I was diagnosed with it at 31 (right after we had a baby) and they put me on the gel that you rub into your shoulder. I didn't like that because I was afraid to hold the baby even after washing my hands. So they put me on injections for six months and then retested. The injections didn't seem to make me feel any different, but my numbers were good so we backed off the injections and I just got into a real disciplined weight lifting routine. That seems to have done the trick because I have lots more energy, better attitude, and my testosterone has stayed in the proper ranges.

I have a couple of friends (late 30's, late 50's) that have it as well. Both get the injections and it makes a huge difference for one of the guys. The other guy has other issues that go beyond low T.

[jared_bays]

Following along. I was diagnosed a couple of months ago and kinda blew it off. The wife convinced me to go see an endicrinologist (sp) before I start any meds. I don't remember what my levels were, but the doc made it out like I was down in the basement. My appointment is next week. BTW, I'm 36.

[Rotag]

You should have it checked it could change your life.

[ff1381]

33 and mine was 410...doc told me that it was all hype and my imagination. he said that levels should be from 400 to 1600 for my age. I thought that might be kind of a large range.

[VorTexan]

If I'm lazy and crying more at sad movies?

I might need to be tested.

If I quit shooting my bow

quit playing golf which I used to love in the summer..

I might need to be tested.

So pills will not work?

[trad"Doc"53]

Well, I'm 58 and most likely have it from the symtoms I'm reading. But will carry on with it if I have to do injections, I have TRUE phobia of needles!

[Claybird]

Agree with Rotag - It did change my life.

Vortexan - Pills will work. Whoever said that has been misinformed. I take pills on occasion to cycle off the injections. They keep my levels in the normal range but not as high as I would like them, so I go back to the injection. The pills are not steroids, they are typically estrogen blockers with natural testosterone boosters in them. The best one I've taken is Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate).

There are steroids in pill form BUT, they are typically the kind that most would refer to as "illegal." Most doctors would put you on the injection because it's a lot cleaner and better for your liver.

[brianlg31]

I've been diagnosed with it, but my insurance wouldn't pay for the injections to correct it. Bummer.

What is wrong with this world!!! Why do we work at a job to have insurance only to find out it doesn't cover what we need!!

Sorry just a sore subject


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[Mastro]

Agree with Rotag - It did change my life.

Vortexan - Pills will work. Whoever said that has been misinformed. I take pills on occasion to cycle off the injections. They keep my levels in the normal range but not as high as I would like them, so I go back to the injection. The pills are not steroids, they are typically estrogen blockers with natural testosterone boosters in them. The best one I've taken is Clomid (Clomiphene Citrate).

There are steroids in pill form BUT, they are typically the kind that most would refer to as "illegal." Most doctors would put you on the injection because it's a lot cleaner and better for your liver.

Suppose nothing over the counter though (i.e. all those body building pills that you can buy at GNC)?

[blong]

my wife said there was to much in our house when me and one of the boys get into it

[sdfrench]

I was diagnosed with low-T several years ago. Started with Androgel which you rub on shoulders and sides. Didn't get the results needed. Switched to Striant which you put on your gum. Still didn't get results needed. Switched to injections. Get an injection every two weeks. All is good now! I'm 55 yrs old.

[PondPopper]

Seems like injections would be hard on your liver. Doc mention any concern here.

[Claybird]

Mastro - those are part of the reason I'm going through this now. Stay away from any testosterone supplement at a nutrition store.

Ttaxidermy - yes they are hard on your liver but not too bad in moderate doses. I also take Milk Thistle, standardized to 80% Sylimarian.

[VorTexan]

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