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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    The price looks reasonable. What has your experience been with it? I see that it comes in 5,000UI vials rather than the 10,000IU Pregnyl vials. The information says to use immediately or as directed by your doctor. Do you use it all at once or do you do multiple doses from a vial and how long do...
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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    I’ve been on TRT for about 12 years. I started low and finally got up to a level that normalized my symptoms. After I felt like things were going well I began but by bit lowering my dose to find the minimum dose that still seemed to resolve my issues. Then if I notice symptoms I bump it back up...
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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    I asked because I know that my DHT level is high and I do have issues with BPH.
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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    At a higher testosterone level have you noticed problems which might be associated with high DHT such as prostate problems or hair loss?
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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    What is the more is better protocol?
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    Alternatives to HCG for preventing testicular atrophy.

    HCG has worked well for me to keep my testicles up to size. However, it has gotten more expensive and sometimes unavailable. Is there any other strategy to keep them large?
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    Where can I get HCG now?

    What are guys paying for HCG? I had been paying about $120 for Pregnyl. Now it’s up to something like $180. I’d like to find a cheaper source but I question the quality of overseas ordered products.
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    Subcutaneous Test C - Supplies

    Insulin syringes are designed to draw and inject insulin so I don’t see a problem doing the same with testosterone.
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    Tips for insurance coverage of TRT and ED meds

    I don’t use insurance for my TRT and ED medications because GoodRx has a lower price than my insurance. I can get a three month supply of 5mg cialis daily (generic) for $18.61 and a 10ml vial of testosterone cypionate 200mg/ml for $40.47. With GoodRx you can get 90 generic viagra 100mg pills for...
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    Subcutaneous Test C - Supplies

    I use a 31g 1/4” needle on my insulin syringes so even if the tip of the needle were dulled by penetrating the vial it still doesn’t hurt to inject. Usually I hardly feel anything at all.
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    Subcutaneous Test C - Supplies

    I inject testosterone cypionate twice a week using .5ml 31g insulin syringes with 1/4” needles. I don’t have any problem with it. I’ve done it for about 12 years. It takes a bit of patience to fill the syringe but it’s not an issue. I just pull the plunger back and leave the vial and syringe...
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    A Cautionary Tale...

    My libido is generally through the roof. Your SHBG and estradiol levels on the Quest labs are what I typically see on my labs. The 53 estradiol would not lower my libido but would likely reduce penis sensitivity and make it harder to reach orgasm. Typically my estradiol is around 20-30. My SHBG...
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    Low ferritin but high iron levels??

    I did not pay attention to the low SHBG. Mine is generally in the 40’s so I have to be over the top of the total range before I get to the top of the free range. A total level of around 800 only gets my free level to about mid range.
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    Low ferritin but high iron levels??

    I’ll admit that I don’t have a clue what you are saying here but I have hemochromatosis and have monitored iron levels for years. A ferritin level of over 300 is indicative of iron overload. My blood iron level and saturation level is always high but I have driven my ferritin too low by blood...
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    Low ferritin but high iron levels??

    I would also suggest that your testosterone is too low. I keep mine between 800-1100
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