Endless ED Issues

[Golfboy307]

To the OP:

Won't pile on the smoking lecture, my mom is 80 and has been trying to quit for like 70 years, so I get it.

Two of the common issues with high blood pressure (even moderate hypertension like you reference) are endothelial dysfunction and stiffening of the artery walls. Many studies show that this is a likely cause of venous "insufficiency" in the penis, or in other words losing your erection too quickly. I have a very healthy lifestyle, but have some hereditary issues with hypertension. Mine is well controlled now with a moderate dose of Lisinopril, but it has certainly effected erection quality beginning in my late 40's (am now 54). Getting the BP under control and being on TRT has helped me immensely.

Given your hormone numbers are solid, I would focus on improving blood flow: Nitric Oxide boosting supplements, continue Cialis, lower BP (possibly with meds), and of course stop smoking if possible.

Good luck to you...

 

[sammmy]

Actually many BP meds aggravate erectile dysfunction.

 

[Golfboy307]

Absolutely correct. You have to cognizant of the sides. This website has some great resources on BP meds. In general, ARB's, ACE Inhibitors and Alpha blockers are erection friendly or at least neutral. Beta blockers and diuretics are hardest on EQ.

 

[equel]

And libido was high on deca solo as well?

Any theories on why sexual function was better on deca solo than on test solo?

Very high, actually. I had the libido I expected test to give me, but never did.

Yes, very low aromatization albeit still plenty androgens. For some reason my body do not function well at all with even "normal" estrogen levels.

 

[Gman86]

Very high, actually. I had the libido I expected test to give me, but never did.

Yes, very low aromatization albeit still plenty androgens. For some reason my body do not function well at all with even "normal" estrogen levels.

I’ve never done deca solo, but I did a deca base for almost a year, and most of that time my libido was pretty damn high. Possibly the highest it’s ever been on HRT. And I also remember my testicles and penis hanging pretty well. Right now both are pretty high and tight, even on 1000iu’s of HCG. I think ur probably right tho. In my case as well it was probably a case of very high androgens, but minimal E2 comparatively. Have u ever tried using a deca base with minimal test just to raise E2 a little?

 

[equel]

I’ve never done deca solo, but I did a deca base for almost a year, and most of that time my libido was pretty damn high. Possibly the highest it’s ever been on HRT. And I also remember my testicles and penis hanging pretty well. Right now both are pretty high and tight, even on 1000iu’s of HCG. I think ur probably right tho. In my case as well it was probably a case of very high androgens, but minimal E2 comparatively. Have u ever tried using a deca base with minimal test just to raise E2 a little?

Actually never done that, It is an interesting idea, tho.

If you listen to bodybuilding podcasts, I would recommend this one, he is interviewing a VERY big bodybuilder, who started experiencing with deca as base and it changes his whole view/perception on steroids, he loves deca as base and ... well, hates testosterone, now:

 

[Gman86]

Actually never done that, It is an interesting idea, tho.

If you listen to bodybuilding podcasts, I would recommend this one, he is interviewing a VERY big bodybuilder, who started experiencing with deca as base and it changes his whole view/perception on steroids, he loves deca as base and ... well, hates testosterone, now:

I’m actually subscribed to this channel, but don’t think I’ve listened to this one. I’m gonna check it out now tho. Thanks for linking it. I remember listening to an interview with Lee priest where he said that he would always use high dosages of deca in his cycles. He said he tried test instead a few times but always hated how he felt mentally and also said his gym performance suffered. He said he tried test a few times and never again. At least cycle wise during his bodybuilding career.

I’ve also talked to quite a few guys personally that didn’t do well on a test base, but then switched to a deca base and felt amazing. Basically felt all the ways they thought they would feel on TRT. Haven’t talked to any of them in a while, but quite a few of them had been on a deca base for years. So it’s not something that only worked temporarily or anything.

 

[Gman86]

@equel that podcast was awesome. Never heard someone give anecdotes like that bodybuilder did. Thanks again for linking it

 

[equel]

@equel that podcast was awesome. Never heard someone give anecdotes like that bodybuilder did. Thanks again for linking it

No problem. Also very interesting when he says that "every steroid works differently with deca base, than test base, its almost as I have to re-learn how the steroids work".

For example, EQ with deca base didnt seem to crash his e2, what so ever.

But people always complain of super low e2 levels/symptoms when using EQ with TEST, which is super interesting.

And yes, Lee Priest hated high T, I think he tried 500mg and hated it, so he dropped it very low and used deca as his base.

 

[S1W]

No problem. Also very interesting when he says that "every steroid works differently with deca base, than test base, its almost as I have to re-learn how the steroids work".

For example, EQ with deca base didnt seem to crash his e2, what so ever.

But people always complain of super low e2 levels/symptoms when using EQ with TEST, which is super interesting.

And yes, Lee Priest hated high T, I think he tried 500mg and hated it, so he dropped it very low and used deca as his base.

Interesting to hear your experiences with nandrolone. If you have some free time on your hands, I'd love to see what your nandrolone protocol is and what your labs look like on that protocol.

I tried to start a nandrolone base thread in the appropriate subforum, but it got locked for some reason. I think it was misinterpreted as another "adding ND to TC/TE" thread, when it was in fact a thread seeking information from people like yourself and Gman86 who were truly using nandrolone based protocols.

 

[DixieWrecked]

Actually never done that, It is an interesting idea, tho.

If you listen to bodybuilding podcasts, I would recommend this one, he is interviewing a VERY big bodybuilder, who started experiencing with deca as base and it changes his whole view/perception on steroids, he loves deca as base and ... well, hates testosterone, now:

I've listened to this podcast episode about 5 times now. Really makes me think about alternatives that may work for me that are frowned upon in the TRT community. One would just have to weigh out the safety/benefit ratio. Sure these compounds could shorten your life while Testosterone could theoretically lengthen it, but what's the point if you feel like crap.

Thanks for sharing.

 

[Graham]

The idea of nandrolone by itself or as a base is a bad idea. If you think that it will work for you and cure sexual issues please step back from the internet and rethink the decision on relying on nandrolone to fix these issues. I took nandrolone by itself for a while and it has caused 15 years of ED…

 

[DixieWrecked]

The idea of nandrolone by itself or as a base is a bad idea. If you think that it will work for you and cure sexual issues please step back from the internet and rethink the decision on relying on nandrolone to fix these issues. I took nandrolone by itself for a while and it has caused 15 years of ED…

Holy hell! Sorry to hear that and your blunt honesty is appreciated. The podcast made me think outside the box is all. Kinda gives me hope I'll figure it all out one day. It's amazing how different everyone is. How long did you take Nandrolone and at what dosages?

 

[Graham]

Holy hell! Sorry to hear that and your blunt honesty is appreciated. The podcast made me think outside the box is all. Kinda gives me hope I'll figure it all out one day. It's amazing how different everyone is. How long did you take Nandrolone and at what dosages?

I used it at higher dosages then someone would use for hrt. It was for less than a year and without testosterone. Everyone is different and nandrolone has its uses that can make one feel better in other ways but if you have sexual issues nandrolone is not in my opinion going to help.