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I'm glad you mentioned it. I wonder if it's covered by medical? If it isn't, it should be.
I have talked to a lot of guys doing it, and it seems like the blood test is often covered, but the treatment oftentimes isn't. I don't think the medical profession considers it legit yet. Even I thought it was a little sketchy until I did some research.
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What is your age - I am 43, should i get checked
I am 42. I did it on a whim because I felt like crap all the time. I was just feeling...old. I was making noises when I got up off the couch and always had aches and pains. I am embarrassed to say this, but my wife (who is ten years younger than me) commented that we don't fool around as much as we used to. A lot of guys go into their 50 with perfectly good levels. I am not one of those guys.
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As for the TRT, just curious, are you taking a pill everyday or are you getting injections?
I do injections twice a week (not as scary as you think). You can get away with once a week, but I do them more frequently for more consistent blood levels. The pellets that they put under your skin are supposed to be good. Everyone I have talked to HATES the creams because of inconsistent absorption, messiness, and the fear of getting on wives, girlfriends and kids. There are no pills because oral steroids are rough on the liver and cannot be done for long periods of time.
Basically this is a low-level, permanent, steroid cycle. The goal is to adjust the dosage until you have Testosterone levels that are on the high side of the normal range. Throw in some exercise, adjust the diet, and BAM...the results are impressive.
I have discovered that even a lot of endocrinologists aren't familiar with how to do the treatment. Always make sure you are screened for prostrate cancer before starting any treatment as elevated testosterone levels accelerate existing cancer growth.
