BJP56 Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Yes, I have Low T, the question here is what do I do about it? I am torn on wanting to do Testosterone Replacement. It didnt even occure to me I could get Low T this early in life, and I have also read teens are also getting Low T as well. On one hand Im glad I now know, but on the other, I am starting to think somethings wrong and out of order here. In a previous post I said I was undergoing wieght loss for health reasons. I started at 320 now down to 292 and counting. Is it possible with the weight loss is my body simply adjusting itself? Link to post Share on other sites
dichotomy Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) Do you know why you have low T? I assume you have have seen an endocrinologist and hopefully a Urologist (check your "boys" out). You need to check alot from LH to FSH to Free Testosterone and Estradiol and more. You should be concerned with Estradiol at your weight and if you decided to take T replacement. You see there is a process called Aromatization that convert T into E - this occurs in overweight men, old men, and in persons who abuse T (take T to above normal levels). Glad to see you loosing weight - this is always a good thing and keep on. Edited February 21, 2014 by dichotomy Link to post Share on other sites
FitChick Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Losing all that excess fat should solve the problem. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
notthathard Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 One of my parent's friends has a cold shower twice a day to boost his testosterone, he swears by it. He is in his late 50's. Link to post Share on other sites
Tayken Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 It's possible....there is supplement you can take for that Link to post Share on other sites
thefooloftheyear Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Train with weights....Hard and heavy....It WILL release natural testosterone-and its the best natural way known....I would get tested again to be sure..Erroneous readings are quite common. Losing weight alone and cold showers:laugh: wont restore it...If it was only that easy... TFY 1 Link to post Share on other sites
jba10582 Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Here is something you may be interested in also for natural ways to increase testosterone. 9 Ways to Naturally Increase Testosterone Levels Of course after the age of around 30 guys hormones began to drop down anyway, so TRT is not uncommon if you are not satisified with what in my opinion are simpler options to try first... unless you develop an aspiration for elite level bodybuilding or combat sports. I listen to sports talk radio sometimes and I thought it was kind of funny how one of the guys mentioned that every team with NFL superbowl hopes should throw every non-qb under 30 off the team. I am 31 and I kinda laughed at that, but this made me re-think about his comment. Low T seems to be pretty common nowadays. Typical good advice is always, talk to your Doctor, if you haven't already, and see what the best options are for you. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Radu Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Fat can and does produce estrogen. So lose the weight, pump some iron ... you will be better. 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Author BJP56 Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Do you know why you have low T? I assume you have have seen an endocrinologist and hopefully a Urologist (check your "boys" out). You need to check alot from LH to FSH to Free Testosterone and Estradiol and more. You should be concerned with Estradiol at your weight and if you decided to take T replacement. You see there is a process called Aromatization that convert T into E - this occurs in overweight men, old men, and in persons who abuse T (take T to above normal levels). Glad to see you loosing weight - this is always a good thing and keep on. I am currently having the free Testosterone checked as we speak....My biggest concern is some of the risk factors associated with Testosterone Replacement. Link to post Share on other sites
Author BJP56 Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Losing all that excess fat should solve the problem. One of the thing that went through my head is....I never worked out at all since Jr. High, now that I am, I begin to wonder if shedding that weight is rebalancing it. Like some said here, I have excess Fat which depletes Testosterone. The things I do know are Im not diatbetic Im not hypertensive anymore. Im off Beta Blockers for Hypertension (Going on 2 Weeks being off) My cholesterol Levels were good. Normal for LDL. Triglycerides; however, were a bit high. Im figuring that out. No Vitamin deficiencies Liver function is fine Kidney Function is fine The only thing of some concern is my pulse being low....47 ....I Should be in the 60's. Link to post Share on other sites
tman666 Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 My question would be which came first: the low testosterone, or the fat gain? Yes, excess fat can trash your testosterone levels, but low test also can attribute to fat gain. I think that making a concerted effort to lose fat and gain muscle is a great idea, and should be part of whatever you decide to do. However, it might not be the complete solution. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
jayinblue Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Hey Man, I'm 36 and had the same problem. I had a good diet, reasonable exercise, but felt myself dragging through most of the days, kind of like a mental fog or something. I worked out like crazy for a couple of years and made only modest gains (I not not fair to compare to when I was in my 20's but can't help), and also weight seemed to be an issue as well. I would get a 2nd blood test and make sure you see a doctor, but I started a replacement program about 6 months ago and couldn't be happier. I use a cream that goes on in the morning. The doctor works out the dosage based on the blood tests and stuff and the pharmacy mixes the cream. Since taking it, I've dropped a few extra pounds but mostly my mood has been a lot better. No major side effects that I have noticed. Link to post Share on other sites
dichotomy Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) I am currently having the free Testosterone checked as we speak....My biggest concern is some of the risk factors associated with Testosterone Replacement. There are always risks with any medication - with T replacement it depends on how much you are taking. Your biggest concern should be testicular functioning now - or when you take HRT. This is were LH or FSH come in and an evaluation by urologist. You may wish to take a sperm test as well if you want kids. There are also risks - such has heart disease, bone loss, and early death with too little testosterone and too high of estradiol. Not to mention early death from too much weight. How low of T are we talking? Also why did you go of your BP meds (beta blockers)? Edited February 21, 2014 by dichotomy Link to post Share on other sites
JDPT Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 Losing all that excess fat should solve the problem. Speaks the truth. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Author BJP56 Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 I have a lot of Prolactin in my system. 1156 to be exact. The rest are low. The amount of free testosterone that I should have is 8.7-25 Im at 1.1! Dr. has scheduled me for a MRI to see if theres anything going on with my Putuatary Gland. (I think thats how its spelled) My Testosterone coming from down south is at 73. Link to post Share on other sites
dichotomy Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 MRI ? So you have already had an ultrasound of your testicles I assume and they are searching elsewhere now. Link to post Share on other sites
FitChick Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Check your thyroid if you haven't already, especially if it runs in your family. There is usually a genetic component. Link to post Share on other sites
ascendotum Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Yes high levels of Prolactin will definitely suppress testosterone. Its good you are having your pituitary checked. If there is nothing found, there is a drug that lowers prolactin. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Author BJP56 Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 Check your thyroid if you haven't already, especially if it runs in your family. There is usually a genetic component. That was checked and is fine. I beginning to wonder if the Beta Blockers I was on caused this problem. Link to post Share on other sites
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