HPTA / Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) Info Copy And Pasted From Another Site

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HPTA / HCG Info Copy And Pasted From Another Site

I talked to the doc today on the phone and he answered many questions for me in regards to recovery of the HPTA.
For those of you who don’t know what that is it is “Hypothalamus Pituitary Testicular Axis”
After administration of AAS, you have shutdown of the HPTA. Depending on the meds taken shutdown can be severe and much does depend on the person as well.

This is the protocol the doc said he used in literally thousands of users with suppressed HPTA.
First thing, the 500iu a day was not enough to make the testicles do their job, he suggested this was just a waste of time and money.
He suggests 8 shots of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) @ 2500iu EOD.
With this you take 20 mg of nolvadex for 45 days.
Clomid is also taken but twice a day @ 50mg each dose 12 hours apart.

The reason for the amounts of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) (which is the most important part, if the balls don’t fire everything else is worthless), is based on his determination to bring the balls back to life, too little wont accomplish this, too much risks damage to the Leydig cells.
So he basically was saying that you do the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) and around day 10 of the above protocol, you should get a blood test for testosterone. If it is above 400 or greater then this says the balls will be just fine once you get off the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) and the Clomid and nolva take over. This will accept the LH that you are putting out to maintain testicular function.
He used the term like jumping a car. Your battery (Pituitary gland) if low wont start your car (your testicles), if you use another car and jumper cables (HCG) once the car starts your battery (HP part of the HPTA) will keep your car running.

The clomid by itself he suggested can inhibit either the pituitary or the hypothalamus (can’t remember which one) but if taken with nolva this blocks the estrogen receptors so you wont inhibit that.
So clomid in his protocol is always taken with nolvadex ALWAYS.

He did mention that sometimes the balls just don’t take and then you do the protocol again. He said it was rare that he could not fire up the HPTA.
He said that beings that I have good size difference (balls), feel good, strength gains, and a greasy face he felt I should have no problems with returning the HPTA.

Some things he said was tribulis was actually inhibitory on the HPTA, great I wish I found that out after I bought two bottles.

ZMA, he said if it made me feel good then go for it but it is placebo and the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), clomid, nolva was it and all that is needed.

Talked to him about progesterone and he said never take that if you are a man (the last doc prescribed it to me)

Sorry aftershock, I forgot to ask him about the GH question he was saying so much I was just trying to listen.

One thing he did mention (in an article) was that HGH actually helped with the testicular recovery with things and adding that to the Protocol is a good idea and productive.

Avoid aspirin when on Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) as it kind of ruins the effects.

He said oxandrolone was suppressive on the HPTA, but Deca and Anadrol were probably the worst in his opinion. I asked him about tren but he had no knowledge as he never used it.
He did mention that test in itself was not all that suppressive and he has seen guys on 18 months that came off and made a full recovery in 45 days with the above protocol.

He said one of the best ways was 12 weeks of test, followed by the above protocol, then start another 12 weeks followed by the above protocol with a month off after that then start again.

He did say that desensitization to Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) took around 2 months, and the dose of 2500 was fine and no damage or desensitization would occur if you followed his protocol.

ANYONE EVER DO Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) LIKE THIS?
 
Shit wrong forum. I ment to post this in the anabolic steriods forum. Please delete. Ill repost in the correct forum.
 
HPTA / HCG Info Copy And Pasted From Another Site

I talked to the doc today on the phone and he answered many questions for me in regards to recovery of the HPTA.
For those of you who don’t know what that is it is “Hypothalamus Pituitary Testicular Axis”
After administration of AAS, you have shutdown of the HPTA. Depending on the meds taken shutdown can be severe and much does depend on the person as well.

This is the protocol the doc said he used in literally thousands of users with suppressed HPTA.
First thing, the 500iu a day was not enough to make the testicles do their job, he suggested this was just a waste of time and money.
He suggests 8 shots of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) @ 2500iu EOD.
With this you take 20 mg of nolvadex for 45 days.
clomid is also taken but twice a day @ 50mg each dose 12 hours apart.

The reason for the amounts of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) (which is the most important part, if the balls don’t fire everything else is worthless), is based on his determination to bring the balls back to life, too little wont accomplish this, too much risks damage to the Leydig cells.
So he basically was saying that you do the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) and around day 10 of the above protocol, you should get a blood test for testosterone. If it is above 400 or greater then this says the balls will be just fine once you get off the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) and the clomid and nolva take over. This will accept the LH that you are putting out to maintain testicular function.
He used the term like jumping a car. Your battery (Pituitary gland) if low wont start your car (your testicles), if you use another car and jumper cables (HCG) once the car starts your battery (HP part of the HPTA) will keep your car running.

The clomid by itself he suggested can inhibit either the pituitary or the hypothalamus (can’t remember which one) but if taken with nolva this blocks the estrogen receptors so you wont inhibit that.
So clomid in his protocol is always taken with nolvadex ALWAYS.

He did mention that sometimes the balls just don’t take and then you do the protocol again. He said it was rare that he could not fire up the HPTA.
He said that beings that I have good size difference (balls), feel good, strength gains, and a greasy face he felt I should have no problems with returning the HPTA.

Some things he said was tribulis was actually inhibitory on the HPTA, great I wish I found that out after I bought two bottles.

ZMA, he said if it made me feel good then go for it but it is placebo and the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG), clomid, nolva was it and all that is needed.

Talked to him about progesterone and he said never take that if you are a man (the last doc prescribed it to me)

Sorry aftershock, I forgot to ask him about the GH question he was saying so much I was just trying to listen.

One thing he did mention (in an article) was that HGH actually helped with the testicular recovery with things and adding that to the Protocol is a good idea and productive.

Avoid aspirin when on Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) as it kind of ruins the effects.

He said oxandrolone was suppressive on the HPTA, but deca and Anadrol were probably the worst in his opinion. I asked him about tren but he had no knowledge as he never used it.
He did mention that test in itself was not all that suppressive and he has seen guys on 18 months that came off and made a full recovery in 45 days with the above protocol.

He said one of the best ways was 12 weeks of test, followed by the above protocol, then start another 12 weeks followed by the above protocol with a month off after that then start again.

He did say that desensitization to Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) took around 2 months, and the dose of 2500 was fine and no damage or desensitization would occur if you followed his protocol.

ANYONE EVER DO Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) LIKE THIS?
 
Why does he think desensitization starts after 2 months?

there is nothing wrong with doing Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) like this, but ive seen a couple guys on 1k EOD and they got up to 800 T levels.

you have to get a feel for how certain Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) doses feel for you, cause everyone is different. its hard to put an exact number on it, but the dosages laid out in your post are surely on the high side.

Do you run an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) with your HCG?
 
This is Scally's Protocol VERBATIM and I've used it many times with out fail.

I do run an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) with the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) although Scally doesn't like it I found it necessary b/c of the amount of aromitization that I experience without it.

Lastly, Lydig Cell de-sensitization has never been clinically supported so it is a hypothesis without quantification.
 
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Why does he think desensitization starts after 2 months?

there is nothing wrong with doing Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) like this, but ive seen a couple guys on 1k EOD and they got up to 800 T levels.

you have to get a feel for how certain Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) doses feel for you, cause everyone is different. its hard to put an exact number on it, but the dosages laid out in your post are surely on the high side.

Do you run an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) with your HCG?

Hi det oak, i havn't ran ither an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) or Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) yet. Im starting to do it properly from next cycle later this year and thats why i was wondering if this way actually would work, because it seems easier then mixing a whole batch of Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) and taking it throughout the cycle, so i was just after opinions really! I just want to do everything as good as i can so trying to get as much knowlegde about everything im using to prevent side effects :)
 
This is Scally's Protocol VERBATIM and I've used it many times with out fail.

I do run an Aromatase inhibitor (AI) with the Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) although Scally doesn't like it I found it necessary b/c of the amount of aromitization that I experience without it.

Lastly, Lydig Cell de-sensitization has never been clinically supported so it is a hypothesis without quantification.

So is this how your Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) would look on every cycle you do? or do you run Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) right through and then do this at the end aswell?

might seem like dumb questions, but im learning LOL
 
So is this how your Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) would look on every cycle you do? or do you run Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) right through and then do this at the end aswell?

might seem like dumb questions, but im learning LOL

I never used Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) while on cycle. The Scally protocol worked so well for me the first and every subsequent time I never saw the need to deviate from it.

Now that I've written that, it is important to also know that...

1) I NEVER ran a cycle for more than 13 weeks.
2) I NEVER used anything but test and some EQ with the occasional Winstrol when I was getting ready for a show.
3) I NEVER went over 1000 mgs in a week.

Recovery has a lot to do with the 3 D's

Duration, Dosage, and Drugs.

I think a lot of guys have recovery problems because they run cycles for 6 months at ridiculous dosages of stuff that is really harsh on the HPTA.

One last thing, The Scally protocol is not something new - we used it back in the early 90's. It was first recommended by Fred Hatfield and later by Dan Duchaine.
 
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I never used Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) while on cycle. The Scally protocol worked so well for me the first and every subsequent time I never saw the need to deviate from it.

Now that I've written that, it is important to also know that...

1) I NEVER ran a cycle for more than 13 weeks.
2) I NEVER used anything but test and some EQ with the occasional Winstrol when I was getting ready for a show.
3) I NEVER went over 1000 mgs in a week.

Recovery has a lot to do with the 3 D's

Duration, Dosage, and Drugs. I'm actually trying Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) this way during this current cycle. However, I dont know if Ill be able to wait until the end bc my balls are starting to hurt a little ...meanign they are going to decrease in size soon. Dont know what Ill do yet.. But interesting read and experiences.

I think a lot of guys have recovery problems because they run cycles for 6 months at ridiculous dosages of stuff that is really harsh on the HPTA.

One last thing, The Scally protocol is not something new - we used it back in the early 90's. It was first recommended by Fred Hatfield and later by Dan Duchaine.

Interesting!!! Good point about the DDD. I'm actually trying out Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) like this method as we speak. However, I dont know if I'm going to make it due to the fact that my ballz are starting to hurt a little...meaning they are going to decrease in size soon enough. Usually, I take Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) throughout the entire cycle but wanted to experiment to see what my body actually needs. Good read and experiences.
 
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I never used Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) while on cycle. The Scally protocol worked so well for me the first and every subsequent time I never saw the need to deviate from it.

Now that I've written that, it is important to also know that...

1) I NEVER ran a cycle for more than 13 weeks.
2) I NEVER used anything but test and some EQ with the occasional Winstrol when I was getting ready for a show.
3) I NEVER went over 1000 mgs in a week.

Recovery has a lot to do with the 3 D's

Duration, Dosage, and Drugs.

I think a lot of guys have recovery problems because they run cycles for 6 months at ridiculous dosages of stuff that is really harsh on the HPTA.

One last thing, The Scally protocol is not something new - we used it back in the early 90's. It was first recommended by Fred Hatfield and later by Dan Duchaine.

Great post. thanks for sheding a bit of light on this topic thats exactly why i posted this up for a post like this, really appriciate it.

If you dont mind me asking how would one of your test/eq cycles look from start to finish?
 
I never used Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) while on cycle. The Scally protocol worked so well for me the first and every subsequent time I never saw the need to deviate from it.

Now that I've written that, it is important to also know that...

1) I NEVER ran a cycle for more than 13 weeks.
2) I NEVER used anything but test and some EQ with the occasional Winstrol when I was getting ready for a show.
3) I NEVER went over 1000 mgs in a week.

Recovery has a lot to do with the 3 D's

Duration, Dosage, and Drugs.

I think a lot of guys have recovery problems because they run cycles for 6 months at ridiculous dosages of stuff that is really harsh on the HPTA.

One last thing, The Scally protocol is not something new - we used it back in the early 90's. It was first recommended by Fred Hatfield and later by Dan Duchaine.

would it hurt a guys sperm count to not run Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) during a cycle?
 
would it hurt a guys sperm count to not run hcg during a cycle?

That is a real possibility.

There have been numerous studies done in Europe and Asia on the use of injectable test as a form of male birth control.

The couple that come to mind are...

Comparison between testosterone enanthate-induced ... [J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1993] - PubMed result

A Review of Androgen-Progestin Regimens for Male Contraception -- Meriggiola et al. 24 (4): 466 -- Journal of Andrology

The long story shot is that yes, 200 mg of test per week after 6 months of administration can reduce male potency to a level that would make it rather difficult to conceive a child.

The Funny thing is that it is far more effective as a contraceptive in Asian men than caucasin men.
 
That is a real possibility.

There have been numerous studies done in Europe and Asia on the use of injectable test as a form of male birth control.

The couple that come to mind are...

Comparison between testosterone enanthate-induced ... [J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 1993] - PubMed result

A Review of Androgen-Progestin Regimens for Male Contraception -- Meriggiola et al. 24 (4): 466 -- Journal of Andrology

The long story shot is that yes, 200 mg of test per week after 6 months of administration can reduce male potency to a level that would make it rather difficult to conceive a child.

The Funny thing is that it is far more effective as a contraceptive in Asian men than caucasin men.

That is very interesting. There for a second I was thinking dump the hcg but I still dont have kids and I want them some day soon so I will continue to try to keep the levels up lol
 
Great post. thanks for sheding a bit of light on this topic thats exactly why i posted this up for a post like this, really appriciate it.

If you dont mind me asking how would one of your test/eq cycles look from start to finish?

Depends on the goal and the users experience. First let me say that I am a firm believe that too many guys use way too much gear. With that said, this would be a simple but effective bulking cycle of Test/EQ that one would find to yield good results with minimal sides.

Years ago, when I was bulking for the Nationals, this was the heaviest cycle I ever ran.

Test Cyp - 600 mg per week for 1 - 13 weeks
EQ - 300 mg per week for 1 - 12 weeks

Unless you are 250 pound of lean muscle and bent on competing at the National level, you just don't need more than a gram of gear a week.

If you can't grow on a gram a week, it is because you just aren't eating enough quality food.
 
That is very interesting. There for a second I was thinking dump the hcg but I still dont have kids and I want them some day soon so I will continue to try to keep the levels up lol

Stick with the HCG and you may also want to get a total count and a motility count done too. It should be covered by your insurance and even if it is not, it is only about $50. This way you'll know how many sperm you have and how many are active swimmers.

I know lots of older guys who are having trouble conceiving get these test done to rule out any issue with themselves and focus one what issue might exist with their respective wives.
 
Depends on the goal and the users experience. First let me say that I am a firm believe that too many guys use way too much gear. With that said, this would be a simple but effective bulking cycle of Test/EQ that one would find to yield good results with minimal sides.

Years ago, when I was bulking for the Nationals, this was the heaviest cycle I ever ran.

Test Cyp - 600 mg per week for 1 - 13 weeks
EQ - 300 mg per week for 1 - 12 weeks

Unless you are 250 pound of lean muscle and bent on competing at the National level, you just don't need more than a gram of gear a week.

If you can't grow on a gram a week, it is because you just aren't eating enough quality food.

thanks for sharing your knowledge, its appriciated!!

Ill go test c/eq on my next cycle later this year and ill definietly be staying under 1000mgs, probs go 400-500 test c and then 300 eq :)
 
i run 5000iu e5d for 6 shots and then start post cycle therapy (pct) when i blast at the end of cycle
 
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