HCG Use in Men

The Best Illustrated Testosterone Book Now Available on Amazon Nelson Vergel, a well-known author of men’s health and hormone books, has published his fourth testosterone book, Beyond Testosterone. Nelson Vergel holds a chemical engineering degree and an MBA. After an HIV diagnosis over 33 years ago, he explored therapies to reverse wasting syndrome to save his life and those of his peers, leading him to co-author “Built to Survive: The Clinical Use of Anabolic Steroids for HIV+ Men and Women”,” a book that became the leading wasting treatment guide in the HIV field. He has been a member of several NIH and pharmaceutical advisory groups and FDA review panels. Nelson also founded the Body Positive Wellness Clinic and Program for Wellness Restoration in Houston, providing health education and services to HIV+ people. To expand help to the general population, he wrote “Testosterone: A Man’s Guide” and created ExcelMale.com and DiscountedLabs.com to provide men’s health education and access to affordable blood testing. His latest project aims to improve access to testosterone and hormone replacement treatments around the world by providing the largest physician directory in the world. About the Book: Beyond Testosterone This 427-page illustrated book covers all aspects of testosterone replacement therapy, including the basics of testosterone, testosterone in women, and how to increase testosterone levels naturally. It also covers the diagnosis of low testosterone and the different treatment options available by prescription in the United States and around the world. Moreover, "Beyond Testosterone" goes in-depth on the benefits of testosterone replacement therapy, side-effect management, and the effects of testosterone on the prostate and cardiovascular system. The book also reviews the uses of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) and discusses whether estradiol is an enemy or a friend of men. It covers the use of anastrozole and how to prevent and treat gynecomastia, acne, hair loss, water retention, high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, and low libido. It also explores the clinical use of FDA-approved anabolic steroids for different conditions, like wasting and other diseases. Furthermore, "Beyond Testosterone" provides information on fertility and HPTA recovery after anabolic steroid use or after stopping testosterone treatment. It also covers growth hormone-releasing hormones, DHEA supplementation, thyroid dysfunction diagnosis and treatment, and maintaining good mental health. Additionally, it provides tips on nutrition for muscle gain and fat loss, exercise, and how to monitor TRT lab tests. Lastly, the book includes a section on slack testosterone in Spanish, interviews with different experts, and resources. This book is an excellent resource for men who are considering testosterone replacement therapy or are already on TRT. It is a comprehensive guide that provides information on all aspects of TRT, from diagnosis to treatment to recovery. With "Beyond Testosterone," men can have a better understanding of their options and make informed decisions about their health.    Beyond Testosterone: Book Contents Introduction How to Use This Book Testosterone 101 Testosterone in Women How to Increase Testosterone Naturally Benefits of Testosterone Replacement Diagnosis of Hypogonadism (Low Testosterone) Testosterone Treatment Options Testosterone Side Effect Management Testosterone and the Prostate Testosterone and the Cardiovascular System Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) Estradiol: The Other Male Hormone Gynecomastia: Not a Simple Diagnosis Dihydrotestosterone: Should We Be Concerned About This Testosterone Metabolite? TRT-Related Acne and Hair Loss TRT-Related Water Retention and High Blood Pressure Erectile Dysfunction/Low Libido Clinical Use of FDA-Approved Anabolic Steroids Fertility and HPTA Recovery Growth Hormone-Releasing Products Thyroid Dysfunction: Diagnosis and Management Mental Health Nutritional Considerations Exercise Considerations Nelson's Tips for TRT Patients How to Monitor TRT Lab Tests La Testosterona: Información en Español Expert Interviews TRT Resources "Beyond Testosterone" is more than a medical guide; it's a tribute to the collective wisdom of the ExcelMale.com community, capturing the essence of community-driven health discussion. Each topic is enhanced with QR codes for updated information and practical tips, making it a dynamic tool for anyone seeking to understand the broader implications of testosterone in health. This book is indispensable for patients exploring testosterone therapy and clinicians aiming to enhance their therapeutic practices. 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It is suggested that you talk to your physician about the need for proper blood tests before and during testosterone. Read this first since it is the most common testosterone side effect: High hematocrit Problem Solution and Comments Acne/oily skin Caused by Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) effect on increased oil production · Accutane– a powerful prescription item - 40 mg/day for one week sometimes stops acne if started at the first sign or as directed by your doctor. Accutane is potentially highly liver toxic and can lower testosterone. Do not use unless as last resort. · Sporanox – Effective for some acne-like eruptions that are caused by fungi. Some doctors also prescribe antibiotics, like tetracycline, for acne with good results. . Minocycline . Shower with Nizoral shampoo· Anti-bacterial soaps - Use a scrubbing brush and wash twice a day, especially after sweating during a workout. · UV light or sunlight with moderation. . Zinc/copper supplements or zinc soaps may help some men with acne. . Other options: How to treat and prevent acne Hair loss Caused by DHT effect on hair follicles · Nizoral shampoo– Available by prescription and over-the-counter as a lower dose product. · Rogaine – Available over the counter · Propecia (finasteride) - Available by prescription. A few males experience decreased erections with finasteride. Do not use. Increased sex drive · A problem? Sex drive is part of quality-of-life. This is not necessarily a bad side effect. Enjoy it. Unresolved erectile function · ED Drugs– Available by prescription; enables robust erections. If you have sinus congestion or headaches/backaches take non-drowsy allergy medication and ibuprofen. ED drugs can be combined with alpha-blockers and/or nitric oxide precursor amino acids (arginine or citrulline) · Yohimbine (Yocon) - Available by prescription; increases sex organ sensitivity. Can increase heart rate and blood pressure · Muse - Available by prescription; pellet inserted into the urethra to produce an erection. Unpopular · Trimix – Available by prescription from compounding pharmacies. The best and cheapest formula for injection into the penis for lasting erections. · Caverject - Available by prescription. An injection into the penis that produces an erection that can last 1 to 2 hours. Be careful with injecting too much since it can produce dangerously ling erections that need to be treated in emergency rooms! Follow instructions from your urologist. · Papaverine – An older injectable medication, less expensive than Caverject. · Wellbutrin – Prescription at 300 to 450 mg/day; increases dopamine. · Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) – First dose is 2,000 IU, then 250-500 IU twice or three times a week. No protocol has been proven in controlled studies yet. Insomnia Usually, this is caused by dosages that are too high. Find the least amount that gives you a good result. · Sleeping medications – e.g. Ambien, Sonata, Lunesta, Restoril · Melatonin- 1 to 3 mg before bedtime. If you wake up groggy after 6 hours your dose should be lower. · Avoid working out too close to bedtime. · Limit caffeine, especially after 3 pm. · You may want to try a sleep formula with tryptophan, melatonin, and magnesium. Nutrients do not work as well as drugs, but they can help some people. Article: How to protect your circadian rhythm Sleep Apnea · Have your doctor prescribe a sleep study if you snore and wake up tired even after 7 hours of sleep. Some people may have to wear a C-PAP machine to breathe at night. Visit Home - SleepApnea.org for more information. There are also oral devices for those people who fail CPAP. Fatigue- When Testosterone Is Not Enough Testicular atrophy · Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)– One 2,000 unit injection per week for 2 weeks, followed by maintenance of 350-500 IU twice a week. For men who want to remain fertile while on TRT, 500 IU every other day has been studied. Watch this video on hCG and men Enhanced assertiveness or reactivity. · Make sure you are getting enough sleep. . Count until 10 and be aware of your interaction with others. · Decrease caffeine. · Meditation, mindfulness, yoga, breathe from your belly for a few minutes when overreacting. · The testosterone dosage may be too high. · Ask yourself: Do I need to always be right? . Vent extra energy at the gym, sex, and sharing with your buddies at www.excelmale.com High blood pressure: Can be caused by sodium retention, high hematocrit, being overweight, and other factors · Blood pressure medications - Elevated blood pressure may be transient or not. Try ACE or ARBs since they seem to have fewer sexual dysfunction related effects.  · Magnesium (600 mg/day); vitamin B6 (100 to 200 mg/day); may help reduce water retention. · Water - Drink extra water every day to help flush the kidneys. . Make sure you are doing cardio exercise at least 3 times a week for 30 min. Sweat and lower your salt intake since TRT increases sodium retention in some men. Gynecomastia- RARE in TRT (male breast development) Caused by overproduction of estrogen in the presence of low testosterone and high IGF-1 · Arimidex Inhibits estrogen production. Available by prescription. 0.5 mg/week max. Ensure that your estradiol is never under 20 pg/ml (by sensitive test) since it is needed for bone, skin, brain, lipids, libido, good lipids and hair health. Only 0.3-0.4% of testosterone is aromatized to estradiol. Current lab ranges were derived from men not on TRT. Most men on TRT do not need anastrozole. Be careful not to crash your estradiol. · Nolvadex (tamoxifen)– Competes with estrogen for receptors. Available by prescription, 10 to 20 mg/day. Use of Nolvadex during a steroid cycle may reduce the net anabolic effect, as it decreases the production of GH and IGF-1.  . Severe cases may require removal of the breast tissue by surgery. · DHT cream- Some people have obtained great results by rubbing a 10% DHT cream on their nipples. Not available in the US but some people order it online from Germany . Read about medications/foods to avoid if you have gynecomastia. . Those who do know to respond to the above, check other reasons Watch this video about estradiol in men Check your estradiol with the right sensitive test. To find out how long it takes testosterone replacement to potentially show benefits, read this article. For affordable blood tests in most cities in the U.S. (Prescription provided): DiscountedLabs.com We also highly recommend reading this and other articles from our friend Lee Myers from peaktestosterone.com : Testosterone Risks Metzger, DL, et al. 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