Hypnotix
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Brief overview for anyone who may not know me.
Age - 24
Height - 5'8"
Weight - 205
BF - Around 20%
So, I did my first cycle of Test and before going into it, my blood work, specifically total test, and free test were rather low for a 24 y.o.
Total Test - 415 ng/dL, 348-1197
Free Test - 7.3 pg/mL, 9.3-26.5
I did a 4 week run of Prohormones prior to start, but did a proper PCT with Clomid and Raloxifene. I waited at least 2 months before getting the bloods used for the data above, and then longer before actually starting the cycle of Testosterone.
On my cycle of test, everything checked out just fine. Got intra cycle bloods done. Nothing exciting and nothing alarming.
I am now 7 weeks out of PCT from that cycle, and have my post cycle blood work ordered. I am just awaiting the paperwork via e-mail to go get the test done.
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So that is where I am.
I'm almost certain based on how I've been feeling lately, compared to how I felt on cycle, and compared to how I felt before cycle that my levels aren't any better. In fact they may be worse. I didn't make this thread to have anyone predict me having low T, I'm just preparing myself for it if it does happen by asking questions and seeking out information.
On to the topic of the thread.
I've called around a few local TRT/HRT clinics and just asking about anything, they'll deny answering me just because of my age alone. I have a friend who's 30 that went to one recently, tested low, and they offered him their services but, they won't allow self administrations, they inject one time a week, and they base their optimal range of the patient by their free test. This all sounds like shit, and against almost everything I've read about TRT on the forum here. I've told him it sounds a little outdated.. and so I'm trying to help him as well here by asking for help.
His total test came back at 405 btw. TRT doc said he'd benefit from treatment based on his bloodwork, but it was 50 points too high for insurance to cover it. Meaning he'd have to pay 100 a week for treatment unless his numbers came down for another testing somehow.
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Based on what I've written, what do you think should be done for me or for my friend. - My situation will be solely determined by my bloodwork in a few days.
How do you find the "right" clinic?
If my numbers come back lower than pre-cycle, should I try a restart even though I just did a PCT before seeking out TRT? The lifelong TRT thing literally doesn't worry me. I think this is peoples main concern with treating someone as young as myself, or even my friend.
Should I recommend a restart protocol to my friend?
If you think I should do a restart, what is your recommended protocol? What drugs, what dosages, and for how long for the most optimal and likely result?
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Thank you all for reading through.
Age - 24
Height - 5'8"
Weight - 205
BF - Around 20%
So, I did my first cycle of Test and before going into it, my blood work, specifically total test, and free test were rather low for a 24 y.o.
Total Test - 415 ng/dL, 348-1197
Free Test - 7.3 pg/mL, 9.3-26.5
I did a 4 week run of Prohormones prior to start, but did a proper PCT with Clomid and Raloxifene. I waited at least 2 months before getting the bloods used for the data above, and then longer before actually starting the cycle of Testosterone.
On my cycle of test, everything checked out just fine. Got intra cycle bloods done. Nothing exciting and nothing alarming.
I am now 7 weeks out of PCT from that cycle, and have my post cycle blood work ordered. I am just awaiting the paperwork via e-mail to go get the test done.
--------------------------------------------
So that is where I am.
I'm almost certain based on how I've been feeling lately, compared to how I felt on cycle, and compared to how I felt before cycle that my levels aren't any better. In fact they may be worse. I didn't make this thread to have anyone predict me having low T, I'm just preparing myself for it if it does happen by asking questions and seeking out information.
On to the topic of the thread.
I've called around a few local TRT/HRT clinics and just asking about anything, they'll deny answering me just because of my age alone. I have a friend who's 30 that went to one recently, tested low, and they offered him their services but, they won't allow self administrations, they inject one time a week, and they base their optimal range of the patient by their free test. This all sounds like shit, and against almost everything I've read about TRT on the forum here. I've told him it sounds a little outdated.. and so I'm trying to help him as well here by asking for help.
His total test came back at 405 btw. TRT doc said he'd benefit from treatment based on his bloodwork, but it was 50 points too high for insurance to cover it. Meaning he'd have to pay 100 a week for treatment unless his numbers came down for another testing somehow.
-------------------------------
Based on what I've written, what do you think should be done for me or for my friend. - My situation will be solely determined by my bloodwork in a few days.
How do you find the "right" clinic?
If my numbers come back lower than pre-cycle, should I try a restart even though I just did a PCT before seeking out TRT? The lifelong TRT thing literally doesn't worry me. I think this is peoples main concern with treating someone as young as myself, or even my friend.
Should I recommend a restart protocol to my friend?
If you think I should do a restart, what is your recommended protocol? What drugs, what dosages, and for how long for the most optimal and likely result?
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Thank you all for reading through.
