I’ve been doing 250 mg of test this cycle and have been having an issue for a couple months now where I wake up with erections that are starting to be painful or go numb. I can always get rid of it with a walk and some coffee but I’m worried about long-term damage.

The erection will not go away by itself and cold showers don’t work. Exercise and a stimulant seem to be the only thing that help.

Has anybody else experienced this?

(UPDATE) It’s cellulitis! I got prescribed antibiotics.
7 day treatment, should be good in no time. Thanks to who helped!
** **Pinned my side delt 2 days ago .5 test IM. First day had a lump under site. next day lump was gone but my bicep has gotten red, warm and slightly swollen. I woke up today and it’s kind of spread, not much though. Theres no pain just slight soreness which i usually get after pinning. Nothing wrong with my shoulder though. No fever/ chills. Did i pin too shallow and the oil ran down my arm? Cellulitis? Do i go to the doctor? Just wondering what i should do and if anybody that has experienced this could help me out id greatly appreciate it!

First cycle check list?

Want to make sure I have everything on hand for my first cycle for anything that could come about
Background: recently went from 183-185lbs down to 135-140lbs over a 7 month period. With the help of Trt 140mg wk and peptides. Feel great overall now, very lean but want to build muscle mass.
I’d like to run a cycle 16-20 weeks 300mg test then go back to a cruise or my trt dose. I’m fixed so fertility when coming off isn’t a concern.
Have 2 300mg 10 ml bottles on hand plan on ordering more as the first order was just a test from a supplier to make sure it came
What else should I have on hand? What ai to control E2 if things get out of hand in that department?

I've never tried it but my doctor recently told me I'm low and thinking about going on a very low dose. What I could use help with is muscle since I've always lacked it even though I workout quite heavy + hard even now. Men who don't workout at all tend to look like they have more muscle than me lol.

Also have lifelong issues with anxiety, depression, motivation, etc and wondering if low dose TRT would help. I am concerned about side effects so that's mainly why I'm thinking about low dose.

Anyone getting decent benefits from low or modest amounts of TRT without incurring many side effects or downsides ?

Blood work came back and doctor says since I have normal but low end of normal testosterone and feel the side effect of low testosterone (fatigued, low motivation, etc), that he believes I’m a good candidate for TRT.

Given the numbers, I do appear to have normal free testosterone. From what I read online, it appears free is what matters? Is that correct? And what would low total but normal free testosterone mean?

I'm going to get my levels checked, and my doc said to do it early (no later than 9am) because that's when levels are highest and taper off around 11am/noon

However, I work a mid-shift and wake up around 11:30am, so my sleep/wake cycle isn't as common as the general population. If levels are highest when you wake up, am I supposed to get tested hours earlier?

Basically, for those who aren't part of 9-5 society does it really matter?

I have a quick question for those with experience taking DIM.
I’m currently on 200 mg of testosterone every other week, and lately I’ve noticed it’s been much harder to lose weight than it used to be.
For those of you who take TRT and DIM together, what has your experience been? Did you notice any difference with weight loss, water retention, or overall how you felt? Do you think it’s been worth adding, or did you not notice much of a benefit?
I’d appreciate hearing about your personal experiences before I bring it up with my doctor. Thanks!

I’m looking for advice from anyone who has dealt with TRT-related ED. I was prescribed previously on 250 mg/week of TRT and developed erectile dysfunction, so I stopped for 10 days and then restarted at 200 mg/week. Initially, things improved and I thought the issue was resolving, but the ED has since returned. My libido is also lower than usual, and with my honeymoon coming up next week, my doctor has prescribed Cialis, which I’m considering starting.
For those who have experienced something similar:
Have you had ED return even after lowering your TRT dose?
Did Cialis work right away for you, or did it take a few doses to be effective?
If Cialis worked, did it restore full erections even if your libido was still low?
Were you able to identify the underlying cause (e.g., estradiol levels, prolactin, dosage issues)?
Is there anything you wish you had done before starting Cialis?
Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated.

Kind of embarrassing, but here I am. Hello! So I’ve been back and forth on the thought of starting treatment. I’m currently 41, 157 pounds (not the good kind) and do go to the gym but it mainly just keeps me loose.

I’ve been experiencing lack of energy, motivation, and 0 sex drive. Married 18 years and have become a google science experiment in bed. I have a prescription for Viagra 100mg but it doesn’t always work. Brain fog, just getting through the day is exhausting.

I brought this up with my PCP and wanted my testosterone levels checked. I came out at total of 426 and she refused to prescribe anything under 300. Instead she put me on antidepressants, which doesn’t help the libido part.

With this, what were some of your levels before starting treatment? Do you think it would help? I was also looking to consult with her about Clomid, I heard that can bring up your levels naturally and help with libido as well?

If I’m interested in starting treatment and if she doesn’t agree with treatment for not being under 300, what online therapy’s are good and cost effective, or options I should look into?

This feeling is a nightmare and unable to be myself is torture. I feel like the lack of everything is causing the depression which is making things worse.

I’ve been trying to make hCG work alongside my TRT, but I consistently seem to feel worse whenever I add it, even when my estradiol is in a good range with the help of an AI.

I’ve tried adjusting doses, but I just don’t feel as good as I do on TRT alone. My concern is that I want to preserve my fertility because I’d like to have kids in the future.

For those who have experienced this:

- Did hCG make you feel worse even with E2 under control?
If so, did you ever figure out why?

- Are there others here who stay on TRT without hCG most of the time and only add hCG when they’re ready to conceive?

I’m mainly looking for personal experiences and what worked for you. I know everyone’s different, but I’d appreciate hearing from people who’ve been in a similar situation.

I have been injecting test e 30 into my glute for the last few months with a 1/2 needle (Insulin Needle).

Is this needle okay to be injecting with or does it need to be thicker and longer?

I know that doing sub q injections will leave bumps but am I still getting the full effect?

Thanks guys

52yo male. Started TRT about 6 weeks ago (photo on the left) to today. Weight starting 130lb, weight today 140lb

Stack:
105mg/week T cypionate
1.5 iu HGH
2.5mg/week Tirz

Lab numbers, 1900 Total T, 155 Free, 27 E2, 125 SHBG. Total cholesterol 135, HDL 55, LDL 62.

UPDATE: I was wrong he said 300mg a week split in two doses of test lol

My husband told me he is taking 300mg of test twice a week. We want another baby so he said he is going to start taking 500iu of HCG a week. Won’t he have to lower his test dose? Isn’t 600mg a week really high? Or will he need to take bigger dose of HCG? I just feel like it isn’t right. Any advice or guidance?

Background:

I am 29, 5 feet 8 inches tall, and 282 lbs (down from 330 due to GLP1).

I am a T2 diabetic, but my A1C is 5.7.

I am/have dealt with anxiety, stress, and depression for pretty much all of my adult life. I don't have a strong support system and have had to get things done on my own since 18.

About a year ago, I pulled off my 2nd big move within a two-year span, and I immediately noticed a downward turn in my mood, energy, and overall

I'm currently on 300 mg of Wellbutrin, and I'm on 10 mg of Lexapro (just started about a month ago) along with my weekly GLP1. The depression and rotten mood are why I decided to get tested, just to explore all options. I am also back in the gym 5 days a week and have been for about 3 weeks now. Additionally, I did a sleep study last year and got diagnosed with very mild sleep apnea; however, I have been in myofunctional therapy since Dec to retrain my tongue, and my snoring has reduced significantly.

My libido is iffy, I think, and I couldn't tell you the last morning erection I had that wasn't urine-induced. Even though the test results say my levels are normal, they're still low IMO and very borderline. I also recognize the lifestyle factors, which is why I gave context. Should I circle back to my doctor for treatment options via meds, or should I not be too alarmed and stick to my weight loss and fitness? Anyone have a similar story?

Hello, ive had my first 18 week testo cycle, now i wanna do a pct but i dont know where to start. what am i supposed to do? ofc ill do some research online but i just also wanna ask here.
when should i do my bloodwork?

Best regards.

Hey guys so I have testosterone at a decent range not too low not too high still feel like crap though and I'm trying to convince. I know somebody that their doctor recommended them to try an AI instead of TRT as they were pretty much in the same boat as I was.

I'm thinking about talking to the same doctor about this my question is how safe is an AI?

Has anybody had experience in this area? Thanks.

39M, 6'0", down 35 lbs from 208 to 173.

Started enclomiphene 12.5 mg daily + HCG 250 IU twice weekly in March 2025.

LDL went from 149 to 238,

total cholesterol from 214 to 318.

Mom's on a statin—genetic or the protocol?

Doctor prescribed a statin but I want feedback first.

Any similar experiences or thoughts on whether this is likely from the enclomiphene/HCG or just family history? Appreciate any input before I decide on the statin.

Anybody have E2 symptoms at even lower level E2?

My TT is 950s, FT 233, SHGB 22 and E2 is 48.....yes not stupid high like most people have. I feel I may be one of those rare cases of E2 sensitive .

Symptoms include:

-Anxiety

-Feeling flush or hot a lot(hot flashes)

-Low libido

-low erection quality

-Trouble sleeping or staying asleep

-Slightly higher blood pressure

-Higher heart rate

-Fatigue

-Physical exertion casuing labored breathing almost like a panic attack, same right before sleep.

-Mood swings

-Irritability

-Tiredness

-headache

-brain fog

- blurry vision

Anybody with similar symptoms care to chime in and share your E2 levels, symptoms and resolutions?

testosterone level:- 689ng/dl(earlier 152-->332-->444)

Lh around 4

Tsh (concerning):- 6.09(earlier 3.35)

Fsh rpg in normal range

18M have bad body structure narrow shoulder, bubble butt.. i checked blood reports testosterone level is 689 ng/dl earlier it was 444 and prior to it was around 153 and fsh is pretty good but Tsh is bit more and inc from 3.35 to 6.09 honesty it feels like livin' in hell with this feature along with size down there only Great thing puberty has done is above avg height and extremely deep voice that's it 😭

Anybody had experience with this compared to injections

I asked about the injections but my endo kept saying some mumbo jumbo about have a baseline of test to start and doing 3 cycles to stabilise…. Is this correct

We are going off a test i took that diagnosed me with a adrenal insufficiency i took the test that day with about a hours sleep and a few oxys in my system to help me handle my nerve pain

Test was 9.4 and 12.7 although these was also on the afternoon

Igf-1 was on the higher end of normal and other hormones sbg fsh, etc were ok besides acth and cortisol and test
I cant seem to find the free test result on the nhs bloods but i spoke to my endo about it and she said it was also low i think? Now i repeated the bloods at 8am yesterday and im awaiting results (fully rested and drug free besides from my hydrocortisone i take for my Adrenal insufficiency)

38M very active. I’ve had lower T (230-500 range w free T also low, T usually sits low 300). My normal assay Estradiol is usually around 26 but I did a Estradiol, Sensitive [LC/MS-MS] test vs just regular estradiol from Quest and it was 13. What does that mean to folks here? Seems low…

Has anybody switched from IM injections to sub at with insulin needles and had better results ? More stable levels, better overall feeling ??

Sup ya filthy animals.

I need some help with my first test cycle. I know a lot of you are probably going to think it’s dumb, but I want to experiment and see how I feel.

My total T has been in the 300–400 range. I’m also coming off knee surgery and want to get back what I lost and hopefully make some progress beyond that.

The plan right now is just a TRT-level dose of Test C (100–200 mg/week split Monday and Thursday) along with hCG for about 12 weeks. I’m not committed to TRT for life yet, so the plan is to come off and run enclomiphene afterward (25 mg Monday, Wednesday, Friday).

My questions are:
• Where would you run hCG in terms of dose and frequency?
• After my last Test C injection, should I start enclomiphene right away or wait?
• If I wait, how long?
• How long should I continue hCG after stopping testosterone, or should I stop it before starting enclomiphene?

Just looking for advice from people who’ve actually run a similar protocol. I plan on doing a full hormone panel before I start and during aswell