I have Low Test levels Whats Next?

[K0rupt3d]

Iv been searching around and haven't seen exactly what i'm looking for so ill ask it.

First blood test came back at 300 for my test levels. Doc ordered another blood test in 6-8 weeks to see if anything changes.... I doubt anything will. Im curious to what happens next if he gives me the option to go on TRT

I heard it takes awhile to get levels dialed in why is this?
Is there a universal optimum test level docs have to try to achieve in every one who has low test?
Would he give me weekly/every other week test shots? Can i take them home and do them my self?
How often would my blood be checked?
How would someone run a cycle on top of what they get from the doctor?

It helps im 25 years old would age come into play with what level i should be at?

[2Sox]

Have you been told the cause of you low T? If this is addressed, your other questions can be answered more completely.

[kelkel]

Hi KO,

First some questions for you:

Have you run any cycles recently or used any pro-hormones. Or any other med's that effect T levels?
Whats your weight and height and estimated BF%?
Do you have a copy of the BW that you can post here? Or type out with levels and ranges.
Do you know your LH & FSH Levels?

There's always something that causes low T so your goal, especially at your age, is to find the causative factor and do everything possible to correct it first. Do not simply accept TRT and band aid a possibly fixable issue. So many things can cause low T such as hypothyroid, cortisol, prolactin, pathologies, testicular issues or trauma and the list goes on. Complete BW is the way to start. At the top of this forum are threads that don't move called "Sticky Threads" in which you'll find educational info. In the Finding A Doc thread is a good list of BW to use for evaluation. On your next BW make sure you get these. Tell your doc this is what you want. You're paying for it so he should comply.

Also keep in mind that most doctors really do not know hormones and they are not trained in them. If your doc simply says you have low T and does not give you a reason then you need to find another doctor who will help find the cause. TRT can be a life saver but at your age you really don't want it. Protocols can vary from injections, which have to be weekly at a minimum and if a doc says otherwise, run. To gels, creams and pellets.

But as stated, find the cause. Don't accept that you're just low without a reason.

[joea2]

With normal testosterone level, I am curious of the drawback with taking testosterone for low T patients? I have interest in muscle mass around 10 lbs but a bit conservative on full scale steroid intake aside from being able to have access to some.

Hi KO,

First some questions for you:

Have you run any cycles recently or used any pro-hormones. Or any other med's that effect T levels?
Whats your weight and height and estimated BF%?
Do you have a copy of the BW that you can post here? Or type out with levels and ranges.
Do you know your LH & FSH Levels?

There's always something that causes low T so your goal, especially at your age, is to find the causative factor and do everything possible to correct it first. Do not simply accept TRT and band aid a possibly fixable issue. So many things can cause low T such as hypothyroid, cortisol, prolactin, pathologies, testicular issues or trauma and the list goes on. Complete BW is the way to start. At the top of this forum are threads that don't move called "Sticky Threads" in which you'll find educational info. In the Finding A Doc thread is a good list of BW to use for evaluation. On your next BW make sure you get these. Tell your doc this is what you want. You're paying for it so he should comply.

Also keep in mind that most doctors really do not know hormones and they are not trained in them. If your doc simply says you have low T and does not give you a reason then you need to find another doctor who will help find the cause. TRT can be a life saver but at your age you really don't want it. Protocols can vary from injections, which have to be weekly at a minimum and if a doc says otherwise, run. To gels, creams and pellets.

But as stated, find the cause. Don't accept that you're just low without a reason.