Testosterone Deficiency

[tiredofbeingtired]

Hello all,
I was learned about 3 weeks ago that I have low testosterone I am 39 years old and have been tired and exhausted for years with no explanation. Over the last 6 to 7 years, I put on over 35 pounds despite being very active and even going to the gym 5 to 7 days a week. I actually gained another 10 pounds and wasn't building any muscle. Roughly 3 years ago, I changed doctors convinces my doc wouldn't ever solve the problem of being tired and often spaced out. It seems I have spent just years in a "Brain fog."

I was told my testosterone level was 117 and my free was 23. I should have gotten more information and I didn't, so that is all I know about the numbers. I did have tests done to rule out a pituitary issue and those came out normal. The consensus so far is that my testes are not making testosterone. Yeah me! I was actually overjoyed to learn this because I had wanted an answer to my health concerns for a long time. I was happy to have any answer.

Five days ago, I got my first shot of testosterone cypionate 200mg. I tried to convince myself it made some small difference and in the end, I am ready to go curl on the couch for my nap! I am still in my brain fog and at times I feel like it is worse.

I would really appreciate any thoughts any of you with more experience may have.

[Wick]

By now you should be feeling the good effects and your total T is probably around 700 or so. But it can take a month or two for the T to convert to free T and get into all your cells, as I understand it. Maybe it'll take three months, but it should be worth it. Let us know what happens.

[Firebird]

I'm new here as well. 45 years old, and recently diagnosed with low testosterone. I had most of the classic symptoms, tired all the time, absolutely no energy, strange aches and pains and some sexual dysfuntion.

On Friday I started applying 7.5g of Androgel, so it hasn't even been a week yet, but I do believe I am starting to feel a bit better. My endocrinologist told me it would take a couple weeks to notice a difference, so I'm looking forward to next week! ;)

[Wick]

I've been through pretty much the same thing. I'm feeling better but still have a ways to go. Hang in there. Results can take a couple months sometimes. Be sure not to miss your shots of gels (I use Androgel.) See my earlier post for names of two really good books (in paper) about the whole subject. Let us know what happens for you...

[Firebird]

Yes, I am using Androgel too. I would love to see the post you mention, but being a newb here, I'm not sure how to search for it.

[Wick]

Firebird, Go to the list of threads and click on them...Good luck, and report back eh?

[wwotr]

Hello,

I'll chime in here.
I'm a Newly also.
Was just diagnosed with Low Testosterone yesterday while at a Doctors visit.
So I said to the Doctor that I wanted to read up about it and talk it over with my Wife.
I go in once a month for Vitamin B-12 Injections, so next month I'll be starting the Testosterone injections at the same time.
My Doctor tells me I should feel the effects almost immediately.

I was wondering if you guys could share some of your "Success Stories" with the list here.
How you first found out.
How you felt after your 1st injection.
How long did it take to feel the effects.
Any downsides/complications you've had ect.

Hope to hear from all of you and thanks in advance.
WWOTR

[Firebird]

I can understand your desire to read some success stories. When I was first diagnosed, a few months ago, I came here to read more about it, and was a bit concerned about all the negative posts I saw.

I opted to use Androgel instead of the injections.....I was nervous about my levels (and mood, and energy level) going up and down every 3 weeks with the injections. I've been using the gel for almost a month now, and the difference is truly amazing. I have much more energy, my libido has increased, and my erections are much better than they were before. My strange aches and pains seem to be on the decline. My wife says I act like I did when we were dating. And the neighbors have commented on how I seem more active and 'peppy' doing yard work.

I haven't had my levels checked yet since using the gel, I go in another month. And as good as I feel, I know I'm still not back to 'normal'. I assume that just takes more time. But I am VERY encouraged by the noticeable difference already.

As Wick suggested in a previous post, I bought the book 'Testosterone For Life' by Abraham Morgentaler. It's a good book, and alot more encouraging to read than some of the negative posts you see in some of the online forums.

Keep us posted!

[Wick]

I wonder if your free T is 2.3 rather than 23. The very low 117 total would tend to go with the 2.3 from what I've read.

Anyway, you need to go to a urologist who's plugged into the low T facts better. And order the paper back by Harvard's Abraham Morgentaler, Testosterone for Life. You want a total T in the 700 range and a free T around 20 or more, as far as I can tell.

[wwotr]

Thanks Firebird.
It will be interesting. My Wife was also concerned about Mood Swings/Anger issues.
(not that I have any but what she's seen/read of).
I've kinda got 3 strikes against me already.
I'm a Type 1 Diabetic and have Low Thyroid and a B-12 deficiency.
I've been a Type1 for 37 years and have E.D.(ED for about the past 8 years).
I've been on Thyroid Medication for 10 years. Thyroid levels have been perfect for that time,
but a recent Blood workup revealed that my Thyroid levels were low , so their "upping" the dose.
That would explain the tiredness of the past 3 months or so. My Blood sugars have been slightly elevated, and I'm sure the Thyroid has played a part in that also.
So my next question was going to be, to anyone who was getting injection of Testosterone as compared to Pills or the Gel.