Choosing between Androgel or every 2 week injections
Hey everyone, looking for some advice. Started TRT 6 weeks ago and have been put on 2 pumps of androgel daily. After about 3 weeks I noticed a slight improvement in energy and libido, but since then I seem to feel very up and down. I apply the same amount each day (also do lotion to increase absorption) but am not feeling much of a consistent difference. The other major concern is the cost, I am going to have to pay $550 a month for it for 3 months until I hit my deductible and then $80 a month after. (Also have the option of going to a speciality pharmacy that makes a similar cream for $70/month).
I talked to my urologist about switching to injections and he did feel as though it was too soon, but left it open to me. The issue, is that they will not let anyone self inject and they typically inject patients every 2 weeks (which I know is a huge no-no).
My question is this: for those who have had both, do you think I’d be better off dealing with the issues of injecting every 2 weeks or just sticking with androgel