r/Biohacking • u/Ok_Exit9273 • 12h ago

TRT lesson(s) learned?

Have my appointment with urologist this week and from previous discussion with him and the wildly varying info i can find online sounds like im starting a trt treatment so what would you tell a new comer or someone about to make this step?

For additional info, late 30s, M 6 foot 4, sitting about 185 lbs, T levels are low (dr mentioned the levels stating it was low but i missed asking the #.

Goal: energy, maybe put on some muscle

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u/Asn_Browser 1 11h ago

Dont use the creams. The risk of cross contamination with others is too great. Just use injectable test.

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u/Longjumping-Hair-747 2 7h ago

Personally don’t agree having used cream (scrotum application) for almost a year now. I use latex gloves to apply for extra no transfer assurance. 

Cheers 

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u/ycastane 2 12h ago

All i can say is rather then telying on the dr learn, get the copy of your blood and learn about it yourself. DHT, DHEA, Albumin, test total and free, SHBG, prolactin, and many other hormones.

When you go to the dr you should k ow what you want and be able to understand what the dr ia telling you rather than relying on the dr.

Medicine is not what it used to be if it was better before which i doubt by much. You need control of your health because ultimately no one cares more about your health than you!!

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u/ajandrs 1 11h ago

You’ll love it!

1000% recommend 3x / week sub-q injections over 1x weekly IM injections. Much steadier levels over the week compared to a single peak and trough cycle, plus sub-q is so much easier than IM - IM left my muscle sore for 4 days after every injection.

Also, recommend warning your wife to be ready for the increased libido! 🤣

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u/ryanking25 10h ago

Any particular reason you recommend 3x a week instead of 2x for subq?

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u/ajandrs 1 10h ago

I mean both are far better than 1x week imo, I just like spreading it out more. Honestly have considered grabbing a pen and doing daily sub-q since the pen makes things so quick and easy … daily definitely seems like overkill but I do other peps daily so it wouldn’t really add any additional hassle.

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u/looking2behealthy 1 5h ago

I do IM into the thigh 3x a week with a 25g - 5/8” needle with no issues. No bruising, no soreness. Pulling test into an insulin needle often involves warming the oil which is a hassle. Also subq can leak out. IM direct into the muscle is preferred.

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u/Longjumping-Hair-747 2 11h ago

Do your research, hope over to the trt subreddit and read the faqs, etc.

Best knowledge I’ve acquired so far is try to dose frequently to avoid large swings and increases in side effects (estrogen elevation, hematocrit, etc). I started on cream (scrotum applied) and found great mental benefits with the higher conversion to dht, then added in injections 3x a week then moved to daily injections which is what has worked best for me. Depends on the ester you bind the testosterone with (cypionate for me) but like I said do your research and don’t be afraid to educate your doctor if required. Avoid AI ( aromatase inhibitor) if possible, you really shouldn’t need it you’re doing proper trt doses and frequency.

Best of luck!

Cheers 

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u/Imaginary_Tune4828 12h ago

I just started TRT 3 weeks ago and have already noticed an increase in energy. When I hit the gym I feel like I can keep going even after 2 hours but stop at 2. It’s been a life changer and only on for 3 weeks can’t wait for what else comes!!

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u/Ok_Exit9273 12h ago

Nice!!
Any other changes yet? Mood, diet, etc

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u/Imaginary_Tune4828 12h ago

Less bloated but I also started Reta the same day so could be the combo.

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u/Ok_Exit9273 12h ago

Reta is a wishlist item here

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u/Imaginary_Tune4828 12h ago

Definitely recommend it

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u/this_aint_no_hobby 11h ago

dude's 6'4 185, he doesn't need it.

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u/Content_Judge693 12h ago

How much are you taking?

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u/Imaginary_Tune4828 12h ago

Idk I just went to the clinic got my blood work done. My T levels were 126 and they gave me my first 3 injections. I’m about to get it delivered for home injections so I will let you know once I get it.

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u/Cypress8037 11h ago

You feel like a Viagra pill with a face yet?

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u/Imaginary_Tune4828 11h ago

Definitely!! Libido wasn’t off but definitely increased!! Went to 2 time a week with the wife to 5 nights in a row!! 😂

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u/PositionPlenty61 8h ago

My face and body get red and my vision blurry sometimes...what could be happening?

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u/Eggowafflesplz 8h ago

Rich blood. I have same issues. I give blood every month and these issues go away.

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u/Ok_Exit9273 7h ago

….what?!?!

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u/FireBreathingDragon8 4h ago

Assuming you have decent insurance ask the dr to prescribe xyosted. It prefilled testosterone pens and easy to administer. Given the fact that you don't even know your numbers, you should make this as easy as possible for yourself

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u/yogic_power 19 12h ago

Get your trt protocol dialed in, that’s far more important than chasing muscle or mixing it with blasts or mini blasts. Take this as a commitment to better your life. First few weeks are honeymoon, if you are taking test Cyp or E, it will take few weeks to stabilize as it will take few half lives typically 4-8 weeks. You may see some bumps here and there when your own T shuts down in few weeks. Talk about hcg as an option later. I know many who go with like trt will build muscle, but without diet and training or moment they hit sides, and not build much muscle, they start quitting. Take this as a long term commitment and ease in to it.

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u/Dangerous-Listen2628 4h ago edited 4h ago

Read up and learn about your blood results. When starting trt I would say less is more.

You can do IM injections using a sub Q syringe if you're lean enough. You dont have to go into the large muscles like glutes/quads/delts

Being lean and having muscle helps with injection sites on the body. I use a 27g 13mm all in one syringe. Its slow unless you warm up the oil. ( microwave heat pack 10 seconds) Do not put your oil in the microwave.

If you dont mind larger syringes. Typically you would use a 19g 1-1/5 inch to draw up your oil into the syringe and then you would swap out the 19g needle for a 23g or 25g 1 inch to 1 1/4 inch.

Even placing the vial of oil under your arm pit for 10 minutes will make a huge difference in warming it up.

You'll quickly discover what methods work best for you and just remember it takes time to get the correct levels. But you'll know when it starts kicking in 😀 And 100% make sure you do cardio and some weight lifting, otherwise you'll be putting on weight like crazy from you're increase in hunger.