TRT

supercpa999

Question for the older guys:
Anyone have experience using TRT?
Positives? Negatives?
As a 56 year old guy it’s compelling.

sijomial

At age 60 my levels were right at the high end of the range naturally, I wouldn't just assume due to age alone you have a "problem" that needs fixing.

Have you actually had your levels tested?
(No pun intended!)

supercpa999

No I have not but I know I don’t feel the way I did in my late 30’s / early 40’s so have definitely become interested.

sijomial

supercpa999 wrote: »

No I have not but I know I don’t feel the way I did in my late 30’s / early 40’s so have definitely become interested.

Which could be due to any number of issues.

Get tested rather than guess, I'm no expert (no need to be) but too high levels can also be harmful. As with any medication it's not risk-free or without side effects.

Maybe worth a read....
https://examine.com/topics/testosterone/

dougii

The latest guidelines state that older men should only receive TRT for sexual dysfunction. I'm 64 and also don't feel the way I did in my 30's and 40's but then I don't think that I should. If you are looking to feel generally better have your vitamin D levels checked - more likely you're vitamin D deficient than T deficient. BTW, T acts as food for prostate cancer cells.......

Theoldguy1

dougii wrote: »

The latest guidelines state that older men should only receive TRT for sexual dysfunction. I'm 64 and also don't feel the way I did in my 30's and 40's but then I don't think that I should. If you are looking to feel generally better have your vitamin D levels checked - more likely you're vitamin D deficient than T deficient. BTW, T acts as food for prostate cancer cells.......

Which is why any reputable doctor will give a PSA test before starting TRT and annually while on it.

Bsp120167

Life changing to go on TRT if you need it. Peptides also help

tomcustombuilder

If your test is over 300 you aren't a candidate and will be refused treatment, legally at least.