Have any of you men ever used Testosterone replacement before? If so, what are some products which are safe?
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Yes, I would see a Doctor and have him take blood to see what your T count is and then prescribe whats best for you.\nI have used Androgel and have been told it is great I can't vouch for that. And also if you have a serious issue this is not the place for answers.  It appears that a lot of children or child like creatures respond about things they know nothing about. Which at times is very bad advice.
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Sometimes we get caught up in hype.  It is best to simply live and stay natural, like we guys have done for centuries.  So eat healthy and exercise.  There is nothing better than that for a man becoming a healthy and normal man.
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Ask your doctor to run thyroid tests, hormone tests including testosterone.  HRT can be done in other ways not just a pill or a patch.  There are compounding pharmacies out there that make natural hormone replacement like estrogen cream, and micronized natural oral progesterone that don't carry the risks that the mainstream drug companies products do.  Suzanne Summers wrote a very good book about this about 2 yrs ago.\nTestosterone can be helpful for women but the testing should be done first.
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First and foremost why do you want to increase your testosterone levels? is it to become more muscular? or are you clinically deficient?\n\nI am just completing a phd on the effect of diet and exercise on testosterone levels so am well versed in this area. Testosterone is primarily synythesised in the leydig cells of the testes and as men age the production slows. it is not soley responsible for balding in men. What causes the balding is the increased converison of testosterone to DHT which targets the hair follicles. \n\nOne possible way of incresing testosterone is by doing some weight training. I am guessing you probably already do this as part of your regime. If not a moderate to high intensity weights programme has been shown to increase testosterone levels post exercise. Dietary methods of increasing your testosterone still needs research done. However there is limited research linking a high fat low fibre diet to increased testosterone production. This however is not reccomended as the health risks associated with a high fat diet such as CHD far outweigh any beneficial effects of increased testosterone production.\nWeeman
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If you are careful, do your research and learn about the different kind of steroids, doses, and proper use, they are surprisingly safe.\n\nThere are thousands of steroid users in America, its very rare that one of them dies in a given year.
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testosterone either in enathate form or cypionate
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Heck no...I am already outnumbered 3:1 here, I couldn't handle dealing with anymore testosterone in this house.  Plus, that would be more dirty socks to wash and another contestant in the burping contests..No thanks I will stick with what i've got!\n\n:-)
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I've never heard of these before.  Try this site, I'm sure someone will be able to help you more.\n\nhttp://forum.bodybuilding.com/
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Danger!\n\nAnabolic steroids are illegal in the USA ... for a good reason too!!! Do u like South Park??? They did a funny and true show about steroids.  \n\nSure they do increase the testosterone while you take it and give you an opportunity to lift more weights ... but the long term effects <in 6 months after use> they destroy you.  First, your male genitals shrink!!! Yes, they do ... Second, the testosterone will eventually overproduce, causing a testosterone blockage, thereby increasing estrogen <women hormone's> then you'll cry like a baby ... eventually, you'll get man t i t s ... then when you're in you're forties, you'll suffer from heart attacks!!!\n\nSee a doctor for real ways to get muscle!!!
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His Testosterone level should be normal, unless his voice hasnt yet broken and facial and pubic hair havent appeared yet, then suppliments can be taken either thru injection or tablet form.\n\nSuppliments shouldnt have any sideeffects, extra testosterone will b lost during urination and masterbation
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Recommendations For Wellness\n\nIf you are over 40, have your doctor perform a prostate exam during your regular checkup.\n\nIncorporate a healthful diet filled with lots of fruits and vegetables and low on unsaturated fats, sugars and processed foods.\n\nKegel exercises can be done to improve circulation to these tissues. A kegel exercise is performed by pulling up all the muscles around the scrotum and anus. Repeat this movement 10 times. Try doing this 'invisible' exercise 5-6 times daily.\n\nFor men suffering from prostate enlargement, saw palmetto is the place to start. Saw palmetto has a long history of relieving testicular inflammation and inhibiting the hormone responsible for prostate enlargement.\n\nZinc has also been used for decades to support a healthy prostate.\n\nThe herbs nettle and pygeum have also been show to be effective for relieving symptoms associated with an enlarged prostate. They can be used alone or in conjunction with saw palmetto.\n\nA great combination for prostate issues is Nature's Sunshine Men's Formula with Lycopene, which contains pygeum, saw palmetto, gotu kola, stinging nettle and zinc. \n\nYou can also try Nature's Sunshine's PS II or P-X. PS II contains antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that are beneficial for maintaining healthy prostate gland function. \n\nIncorporate the herb damiana into your wellness program. Damiana has a long history of helping balance the body's hormones.\n\nHydrangea is another herb that supports the urinary system, where it is know to promote the overall health of the prostate gland and help to reduce inflammation and swelling.\n\nTake antioxidants. Supplementation with antioxidants (vitamins A,C, E and selenium), such as those found in Defense Maintenance or super Antioxidant will help to protect these sensitive tissues from oxidative damage.\n\nAbout this contributor: Dr. Rita Louise, PhD is a Naturopathic Physician and a 20-year veteran in the Human Potential Field, but it is her unique gift as a medical intuitive that enlivens her work. So whether it is a physical problem, an emotional issue, a problem at work or a problem in a relationship, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. a can help you identify what is really going on and provide you with straightforward guidance and advice.\nVisit her at www.soulhealer.com
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Sperm count or free testosterone count?  See your doctor if you do not know the difference.  People try prescription drugs and testosterone patches but all these are very expensive and abound in UNWANTED DANGEROUS SIDE EFFECTS, so I recommend the following to show great results in six weeks or less:\n\n1.  Don't wear underwear (boxer shorts, however, are far superior to jockeys if you must wear undies)\n2.  Wear looser fitting trousers\n3.  Wild oats (avena sativa)\n4.  Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium)\n5.  Aerobics 40 minutes daily 5-7 times per week\n6.  Muscle building exercise 4 times weekly\n7.  Think about vulvas constantly (I'm serious)\n8.  Refrain from masturbating\n9.  Adopt the 7 Golden Rules of Health  (1. No smoking or drug use 2.  Low to no use of alcohol  3.  Eat a good breakfast 4.  Eat 3-4 meals daily  5. Sleep 7-8 hours nightly 6.  Maintain a normal healthy weight  7.  Regular vigorous exercise)\n\nGood luck!
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I am glad you are willing to look at this and work on yourself.  It's a hard thing to do but well worth it.  Go to a natural health food store and talk to them, they will direct you in the right direction.  Go to the doctor to see if you have too much testosterone.
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You need to go to a doctor, get all your levels and liver checked, etc before it would be safe to do this. If you get too much testosterone in your system it can be turned into estrogen. Some men who take too much T, thinking it will make them manlier, wind up with boobs and rotten livers.
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what do you want it to do? \n\nandrogel is a low level testosterone substitute - it will help you if your are testosterone deficient by improving your libido and your body composition - more lean mass\n\nit is not a particularly strong anabolic if you are looking to build muscles \n\nbut anaboilic steroids are dangerous \n\nif you are deficient it is low risk but all applied steroids can have side effects which include acne, bitch tits, liver and kidney problems, prostate problems, hair loss and testicular atrophy
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STOP TAKING STERIODS!  In addition to making you sterile (which is possible, but there is no guarantee that it is doing this to you), it can also cause heart disease and cancer, not to mention make you look and sound like a man.\n\nSo as I said, there is no guarantee that steriods are making you sterile, so you should use some form of birth control.  You should definitely not mix birth control drugs with steriods, so if you don't feel like following my advice and stopping the steriods (did I mention that performance enhancing drugs are illegal?), youl should use a condom for protection.
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Human Growth Hormone is completely safe when taken appropriately under a doctor's care.  It is pretty dangerous if you take it incorrectly without strict medical oversite.  Basically, you should only take growth hormone if you are deficient and experiencing symptoms from that deficiency.  This will show up on a hormone panel.  You should only take enough to bring your levels back up to normal.  Go see an endocrinologist who specializes in growth hormone replacement therapy.\n\nAlso, don't even think of taking growth hormone like you would a steroid, for weight lifting.  At the very least, you will get deformed facial plate growth and end up looking like a troll (this only happens when taking the huge amounts necessary for body building purposes).  At worst....well, like all steroid users there are substantial health risks.\n\nSafe when done correctly.  Dangerous when not. See a specialist.