posted Wed, 04/28/2021 - 08:04
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For trt, I’m trying to get some testosterone gel since the doctors here are really resistant to prescribe it and I’ve been on it in the past which has really helped.
I’m guessing steroid shops won’t sell this and will only do injectables?
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RustyhookerHis new stats....
Since: Apr 28th, 2021...Last: Apr 28th, 2021...Become Litterboxer.....Stats....Age: 24.....Height: 5’7....Weight: 65kg....BF
TricepatopsYou are 41 what are your symptoms and have you had blood work and seen a doctor not a clinic for trt who want to make you have low T so they can get money. Anyways creams suck so you have shown you have done no research they cant ever hold a stable blood level from week to week let alone absorb in your body properly. Then we have to find out how hairy your body is a whole other issue that takes time and prep. I will never do creams again waste of tome and money. Anyways go to a real doctor and make sure you actually have low test and not something else like low thyroid. Get full hormone work up not just testosterone levels that won't give you enough info to help. Good luck
I really think the gels are different than creams. Well atleast for being stable and effective.
TricepatopsYea. Forgot about the gel and cream difference. Thanks for the reminder. But good looking out
AnonHuh. Ok. Didn't make that distinction
Its discussed on trt forums pretty thoroughly. I'm not an expert by no means, but in reality I dont think they are equally effective.
Molinin302I'll take the 2 friends out of it and go right to my brother in law. All three had the cream, it just wasn't great. They were above minimum ranges, but barely got above 500 with the cream. Bro in law switched to injections after consulting his physician and it was a game changer. For the record, he's, gay. Not a bodybuilder, and never went to the gym until he went the injectable route. Definitely an undeniable difference.
Most low T clinics will take care of you in this situation. Its usually the Urologist that has a problem. I suggest going to them and let them run all the labs and give you a plan. I bet you will be surprised to see what they say, even with your situation. and don't recommend the gel btw. But that is my preference. I don't like the thought of cross contamination to those in my house, even though its very limited. Do you want the gel because you don't like injections?
And that's because most low t clinics don't give a shit about your health they only care about their own pockets everyone is so quick to blame low t for all their problems when there could be other problems involved just because a doctor doesn't just jump to give somebody testosterone doesn't mean they aren't correct
AnonThis is an accurate assessment of low T clinics
Ur 40+ @ 130lbs... u need to go to the rite doctor. U cld have an underlying condition of why u can't gain weight or maybe u just eat like a bird. Just because a doctor turned u down doesn't mean he's right. Find a better doctor, eat a clean surplus of calories, and get to working out 3-4×'s a week.
There are few sources here that has test gel bro.
RustyhookerAge: 25
Height: 5’5
Weight: 130
BF:
no
Lately I've been watching all the responses to these kinds of posts and instead of anyone asking the op if he's seen a doctor about a thyroid issue or seen a doctor about blood work or seen a doctor about anything it's just immediately oh go see a clinic oh go get on TRT oh find another doctor and go on TRT. I'm just surprised that the path this site is going to is the narrative everyone needs to be on trt. I'm pretty sure half the guys keep pushing are not on Dr TRT themselves and they're probably on 500 mg a week of self-prescribed trt. You can't help someone if you don't ask the right questions and you're not helping someone if you give them the wrong answers
RustyhookerAgree! Just like muscle gurus crowds came here...everyone gets a cosign regardless by parroted novelties. One size fits all
I don't condone or recommend the "Clinics" myself. But I do absolutely believe that all doctors are not created equal. I'm not one to say that self prescribing is ever safe regardless what your bloodwork says. Like everything, there are good and bad. I'm sure there are doctors out there that will prescribe trt when it's not exactly needed. I'm sure there are doctors that dont ever want to touch the subject. I personally dont blindly accept everything a doctor says, they are human, I research and ask for a second opinion. Basically I exhaust my rational resources to make the best personal decision I can.
AnonI GOTTA start looking at the bios.
Molinin302Just consider, and only consider, as he has not inquired about anabolics, high dosage testosterone, PCT, etc... only gel. If the threshold his network dictates before allowing treatment is say 300ngdl on a 300-1100 scale and this guy is at 310, they won't allow it. He's not talking androgenic compounds to the point of being supraphysiological, just feeling better. And we don't know his history. Bloodwork and numbers would help, but don't be so fast to bite kneecaps. Love you. No homo.
Yeah, he said he updated his bio.
41
5'-7"
144 lbs
Trt treatment shouldn't matter on size, however you should be as healthy(not fat) as possible to minimize aromatazing.
RustyhookerOh...updated bio eh....
Im
5-4....212.....6% bf and 32. That makes it all better when story is full of shit? Lol
Molinin302Yeah, to be fair there's a good chance it's a young guy that's curious and afraid of needles. Never know could be legit, I mean, he's not asking about tren, deca, anadrol, etc... just some test gel. We pride ourselves on transparency here, he may be legit. But err on the side of caution right?
RustyhookerLotta youngsters pass thru here looking for gels, andriol or orals as a start. But even bigger picture is asking questikns to check on goals, current health etc. As noted above tgrres nany things naturally thst cause lot t....IF...its not just shopping for an edge
Eh, nice bio Rusty! Post a picture! Lol
I'm just trying to give the guy the benefit of the doubt.
RustyhookerIts a site about illicit drug use and abuse. Whats really to doubt? Noone asked any pertinent questions. They just signed his permission slip. Is that how youd advise your blood brother or cousin?
Point is...rise above. Teach, dont follow
Read my original post (down a few comments) from a day ago! I didn't cosign shit.
RustyhookerTrt treatment shouldn't matter on size, however you should be as healthy(not fat) as possible to minimize aromatazing
That says go agead nr 25 year old. You are exactly what irish up top was commenting on. No questikns at all. Thumbs up
I'm pretty sure if you look hard enough gel can be found.
That clearly says go ahead
Finding the "right" doctor or endo to help you achieve this is the safe bet.
That says if dr 1 says no...just find another. Dr shop just like drug addicts do.
Thats not a cosign? Thats a fucking freeway sign of approval!!
First one is a fact and a statement! That was not directed at the op, I'm pretty sure it was backing up Molins statement.
Second: Read my original comment again, Rusty, you really have trouble reading complete posts. You hand pick what you want and then repost out of context! Blah! Lame dude
Third: The gel statement! This one is close to being bad, I'm not condoning shit! But I've seen it here, dont remember where or who. I didn't give any details.
Fourth: I stand by this statement 100%, doctors are not created equal. The wrong doctor can fuck you up worse. My point was to look for a doctor( not a clinic) that knows his shit and upto date on current protocols and data. Generally this is not your general practitioner. But it is actually is my general practitioner.
Label me what you want! I'm a big boy, actually a little bit taller than 6 feet. Lol
RustyhookerSimple then....the op is your blood brother 18 and too chicken to use a needle. Tge wording fully states a go for it mentality.
Im sure i ciukd list 20 different reasons for alleged low t thst have everything to do with general health and not a hormone issue. Stress alone is #1....
Molinin302I'm glad the wife just got a new popcorn maker...
AnonI dont know about your insurance, but, typically, injectable is still preferred/prescribed over gel due to cost and (obvious) risk of transdermal hormones sitting around. I don't know about any steroid shops. That's illegal in the country i live in.
Sorry. I am not 25, I am 41. I must not have selected the right age option and I think 25 was the first number that came up.
Due to my age I know My natural T levels have fallen and I haven’t tested them as a young man but I have always found it hard to build muscle and had certain symptoms.
The level I think was about 300ng/dl. Not low enough to get doctor treatment.
Molinin302There's always the route of a clinic, it's pricey but you'll be under a doctor's care. Not to get too personal, but I became dependent on a doctor prescribed medication. After withdrawing off, being hospitalized a couple times, my test went from just under 800, 795 I believe, to 474, within about 8 months, less then another months later and it was 375. Felt horrible, ED, but docs that had me on those meds just wand to put me on more meds and do tests. Trt clinic worked for me, hopefully soon my PCP will prescribe. Best wishes buddy. And side note, not that the cream is junk, but, the cream is junk.
My doctor suggested trt for me at levels of 284 at the age of 43. Your pretty close!
Slippery slope for self prescribing at 25. Not saying I know the whole situation( primary or secondary, health situation etc), but once again trt is for a lifetime. Maximizing your natural levels in my opinion is the way to go at such a young age. Finding the "right" doctor or endo to help you achieve this is the safe bet.
I'm pretty sure if you look hard enough gel can be found.
What does your bloodwork look like at 25 you shouldn’t need it but there are very occasionally people that do
Molinin302Were you prescribed the cream in the past or self treating?
I was self treating after being diagnosed with low T levels but not low enough to be offered any prescriptions