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I'm not exactly sure what you mean. Do you mean that your values are above the upper limit? Or do you mean that your values are within the normal range but slightly above the lower limit?I can't upload the test results but they are all slightly above the value range.
Shouldn't your levels have increased after the pct?
I wonder if the hormones in the brain such as serotonin, oxytocin, dopamine, endorphins may have been disrupted because I was on a steroid cycle with antidepressants.
And in addition to the current pct, I have in mind to add vardenafil, tadalafil, 5 mg per day for 10-15 days, can this treatment work?
Tadalafil doesn't work for me because
I explain nowI'm not exactly sure what you mean. Do you mean that your values are above the upper limit? Or do you mean that your values are within the normal range but slightly above the lower limit?
For example, total testosterone levels typically range between 300-1000 ng/dL, depending on the lab. If yours is around 1100, then your issue has nothing to do with your testosterone. But if your testosterone is around 350, that explains a lot.
Your testosterone may be within range, but it's still quite low, which could explain why you're experiencing issues like lack of erections or why Cialis isn't working for you. Cialis and Viagra are PDE5 inhibitors, meaning they primarily help with blood flow. If your issue is hormonal or related to neurotransmitters, then it's understandable that they wouldn't help much.
Now, from what you're saying, you're doing PCT. Keep in mind that Clomid helps restart natural testosterone production, but it takes time. Some people recommend a protocol like 100/100/50/50/25/25, others 50/50/25/25/12.5/12.5, and some go with 50/50/25/25. But in general, it takes at least 4 weeks to be effective. However, if your pituitary gland has been heavily suppressed, Clomid might not help, and you might need TRT again.
It would help a lot if you posted your actual blood test results (not a photo, just the numbers) —things like total testosterone levels with reference ranges, prolactin levels with reference ranges, etc. Once I see your numbers, I and especially other experienced members here on the forum can give you much better advice.
Alright brother, this explains a lot. First, let's talk about your testosterone. Yes, it's within the normal range, but it's low for a young man. Just because you're within the reference range doesn't mean much. These ranges apply to all adult men—whether you're 20 or 80. So it's understandable that you're experiencing weak erections and low sex drive.I don't think it has anything to do with the testosterone level, because when I put my body on TRT or go on a cycle, the problem doesn't improve.
Total testo ....
1.75-7.81 my blood value =3.75
....LH....
1.7-8.6 my blood value =2.93
.....FSH.....
1.50-12.40 blood value =3.00
.....E2....
7.63-42.60 blood value =21.53
.... PROLACTIN....
4.60-21.40 blood value =5.70
What you can do is the following: First, a strong PCT. For example, 6 weeks of Clomid at 50/50/50/25/25/25 to fully restart your testosterone production. As for Nolvadex, I’m not entirely sure because I never do PCT—I’m on TRT—so I don’t want to give you a PCT protocol when I’m not an expert in that.I don't think it has anything to do with the testosterone level, because when I put my body on TRT or go on a cycle, the problem doesn't improve.
Total testo ....
1.75-7.81 my blood value =3.75
....LH....
1.7-8.6 my blood value =2.93
.....FSH.....
1.50-12.40 blood value =3.00
.....E2....
7.63-42.60 blood value =21.53
.... PROLACTIN....
4.60-21.40 blood value =5.70
He couldn't get an erection on TRT. Do I need to solve this situation with hcg?What you can do is the following: First, a strong PCT. For example, 6 weeks of Clomid at 50/50/50/25/25/25 to fully restart your testosterone production. As for Nolvadex, I’m not entirely sure because I never do PCT—I’m on TRT—so I don’t want to give you a PCT protocol when I’m not an expert in that.
If you don’t want to do PCT, you could start TRT. I’d suggest 100-125mg of Test Cyp per week along with 500 IU of HCG. In the beginning, you could also use Proviron at 25mg daily to increase free testosterone and lower SHBG.
If you don’t want TRT and decide to go with PCT, make sure to follow a proper protocol, do it for the right amount of time, and then focus on your lifestyle to keep your testosterone levels high—meaning good sleep, a diet rich in healthy fats, etc.
As for blood tests, if you choose PCT, once you finish it, do the following tests: E2, free testosterone, total testosterone, LH, FSH, and SHBG.
If you choose TRT, do these instead: E2, free testosterone, total testosterone, and SHBG. We don’t check LH and FSH on TRT because they basically shut down, which is why we include HCG along with testosterone.
But remember, TRT is not something you can just stop—it’s for life. It’s an easy and cost-effective solution with many benefits, but once you start, it’s a lifelong commitment.
I really don’t think Ashwagandha will help...At the current pct, I am already taking 2 tab clomid and 2 tab proviron daily, should this be completed in 6 weeks.
I haven't seen an improvement yet.
Will Aswgahanda be effective?
I'm thinking of adding testo booster and vardenafil or sildenafil to it, what do you think?
I understand that you want TRT to be the last resort. Write down what PCT protocol you're following and for how long you're doing it. Improve your sleep, improve your diet with healthy fats, and try to abstain from masturbation. Porn and masturbation will make things worse.I want to do the treatment properly. I want to determine TRT as a last resort.
What should I do now?
I did the first pct in the form of clomene and tamoxifenI understand that you want TRT to be the last resort. Write down what PCT protocol you're following and for how long you're doing it. Improve your sleep, improve your diet with healthy fats, and try to abstain from masturbation. Porn and masturbation will make things worse.
Once the PCT is done, wait two weeks and then do the blood tests again. When you’re in PCT, it’s normal for testosterone levels to be elevated. We do the tests two weeks after PCT to see what your hormone levels are without the use of those medications.
Yes, some people use it because it has some properties, like lowering SHBG and increasing free test. However, it does not replace Nolvadex. Aromasin and other AIs lower estrogen directly, whereas Nolvadex blocks estrogen receptors in specific tissues and also helps increase LH and FSH, which are crucial for restarting natural testosterone production. So if your estrogen is already low and you add Aromasin to your PCT, it can cause issues because estrogen plays a big role in health. Low estrogen can lead to low libido, weak erections, bad mood, and very slow recovery after training. So it’s a risky choiceIs Aromasin still recommended for pct? Have r looked into it in years but if my memory is correct, raises free test 33+%
Is this supposed to jumpstart the mind-dick connection again, or just to get the job done? I'm curious because I haven't seen anyone use it as a jump-start before, but I see where the logic's at. I have seen a couple of people say that PT141 fucked their libido up afterwards but this is just word from a couple of redditors so take that for what it's worthYou probably have psychogenic erectile dysfunction. Your brain isn't cooperating.
2.5mg PT-141, once or twice a week, for several weeks, can help fix that.
It restores the "mind-dick" connection.
Keep taking the Cialis, it will help, since PT-141 doesn't open blood vessels, it works on the portion of the brain responsible for libido.
Wouldn't it make sense to take a testo booster?Alright brother, this explains a lot. First, let's talk about your testosterone. Yes, it's within the normal range, but it's low for a young man. Just because you're within the reference range doesn't mean much. These ranges apply to all adult men—whether you're 20 or 80. So it's understandable that you're experiencing weak erections and low sex drive.
On top of that, the stress you're feeling about your low libido is only making things worse.
You also mentioned that you haven’t noticed testicular shrinkage. That’s not just about the size of your testicles but also your LH and FSH levels. Ideally, we want them somewhere in the middle, around 5-6. Yours are within range but on the lower end.
Now, the fact that your doctor told you everything is fine doesn’t surprise me at all. In my country (Greece), they barely take testosterone seriously. They ignore the symptoms, yet they hand out thyroid meds and Cialis like candy
