6 YEARS ON TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy)

6 YEARS ON TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy) | bignoknow

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I Noah Thomas, the creator of this channel, have been diagnosed hypogonadism by a medical doctor and legally prescribed the medically indicated treatment of Testosterone Replacement Therapy.
My Story
My name is Noah and on May 18 2011, I had a rare reaction to a medication called VIVITROL and consequently, spiraled into a suicidal depression with depersonalization and anxiety. I lost 25 lbs in 4 weeks and was in full panic or near panic for 8 weeks straight mixed with the darkest most painful depression I cold have ever imagined. I immediately could not work and had to move in with my parents who, along with many siblings and friends, had to watch me 24/7 as I was a danger to myself. Eventually I was hospitalized in the Psych Ward for a week. Getting through each day seemed truly unbearable and I knew I would surely die. I have been put on many many different doctor prescribed SSRI's SNRI's Tricyclics, mood stabilizers, anti-psychotics, holistic meds, acupuncture and even a form of shock therapy called RTMS. I barely saw any improvement in my condition for a full year. It was decided I had treatment resistant depression and I spent nearly every moment in tears. Weeks after starting my newest round of medications (Seroquel & Nortryptaline) as a last ditch effort, I had my blood drawn for possible hormone imbalances and my Testosterone levels came back 200 ng/Dl and 150 ng/Dl. The average 25 year old male has 750 ng/Dl. With this discovery I had an explanation as to why I was not getting better and why I might be so so sick. The symptoms of Low T are very similar to those of major depression. I started legally prescribed testosterone replacement therapy soon after and have been checking in with the world and documenting my experience with treatment as well as giving my insight and perspective on various topics of mental health. I am blessed to say that I have slowly, over the last 6 years, been improving and becoming more stable which I never thought to be possible. My low T manifested itself in the form of Major depression, anxiety, and depersonalization/ derealization for over a year. Treating my low testosterone has been 1 HUGE part of the puzzle but I have had to continue to work hard to hold on to my mental stability with many set backs. Gaining some mental stability back is nothing short of a miracle as I was near death for what felt like forever. I do not consider myself to be totally healed yet but I am closer now then ever before and aim to use what I have been through to help or at least offer support to others in need I was able to successfully come off my Seroquel and Pamelor.
I work out all the time as a part of my mental health recovery!!! Weight training and all kinds of cardio rule much of my free time and I also share this on my channel.
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@bignoknow 2 жыл бұрын

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@jason1040us Жыл бұрын

You mentioned how much you were dosing every week and did you have a Total Testosterone Range you were shooting for or maintaining with that amount? And I know free testosterone is also important? I know men that do not check their levels and have Total Testosterone in the 1200's. There has got to be some health risks for overdoing it like that??? Thank you!

@joshuaatwells Жыл бұрын

I’m 45 and just got on trt. My free t was bottomed out. Felt like crap every day. Now I have energy, sleep like a baby, actually love life again. Trt is a life saver.

@luiscorona3090 Жыл бұрын

Did libido erection sex drive go up??

@theobgyn6787 Жыл бұрын

Just took my first shot. Almost feel like I can run through a wall. When I lay down, I'm sleeping great. Looking these first few days so far.

@mbdulka 11 ай бұрын

@@theobgyn6787 You won't see much change for 2-3 weeks -- that's just a placebo on the first few days --- so goodbye to your depression. :-)

@irelliki4200 4 ай бұрын

Good to hear. 👍

@kieran_forster_artist 11 ай бұрын

As a psychiatrist, I found this life narrative authentic, realistic and educational……worth the risk of self disclosure. Congrats on coming through depression!

@Randy22124 3 жыл бұрын

I had low T and got injections of T weekly of 1 ml (200mg) weekly. After several months I noticed more energy, better mood and confidence, less fat and more muscle, and got back to working out. It changed my life.

@MrFredsAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

At what month did you start to notice change?

@funkbeaux1766 2 жыл бұрын

Randy have you had any issues with Hematocrit/RBC counts? That is my greatest concern, I am 60. Thanks.

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

How are doing now?

@tsg50647 Жыл бұрын

..did it affect your Cholesterol levels?

@espada9 10 ай бұрын

@@funkbeaux1766 Donate blood twice a year.

@ronpaul9172 2 жыл бұрын

My dude....I had 81ng/dL! I am soooo glad to have found More Plates More Dates. He saved me, my family, wife, kids, etc. I was in the same boat as you. I'm only 1 month in and I feel like a normal human again. Very happy to have found your channel, as well. I'm on 2 times a week, 0.3ml subQ.

@The21bravo 5 жыл бұрын

I had the same problem coming out of the Army. I was having terrible anxiety, depression and depersonalization. VA refused to treat me with TRT, even though I was low. I went to a private doctor who prescribed me testosterone and it worked.

@mrddarko1982 5 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Turner thats crazy i had 0 problems getting it done with VA, my appt. for pellets is next week

@purpleangelwings6579 5 жыл бұрын

I have heard that saltpeter/gun powder is used in military food which lowers testosterone to keep me "subdued " .....back in the early 70's and before that going decades back the thought was it would lessen homosexual acts while out to sea if one were in the navy ...etc...etc.....

@katiie7 5 жыл бұрын

Most people that have had shock or trauma their adrenals go down and thus their hormones. You should get your adrenal hormones measured

@alirazawaqar7061 5 жыл бұрын

For how long you been on trt ?

@nickiratliff84 5 жыл бұрын

The VA refuses to treat a lot don't they? I literally ran away from them years ago. At one point it felt like they were either trying to keep me down or kill me off with their highly toxic meds. Good for you seeking a better route and God bless your journey. This reality sucks to wake up to, so painful with the ssdd. How are you doing now?

@C0ltxx45 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a few of your past videos since I started TRT last year. That being said, you look the best and most healthy in this video. Keep doing what you’re doing, man!

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better on trt?

@stueyd 5 жыл бұрын

@bignoknow I've dipped in and out of your videos for a few years. Never seen you look as happy ans relaxed as you do in this one. Keep up the great work in sharing your challenges and solutions with everyone

@nicholascremato 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this, so many men suffer from this from a young age onward. Believe me you were not rambling. I really appreciate you and I know many other people do.

@tylerharris4517 5 жыл бұрын

Noah, please keep the TRT vids coming. I have learned so much from them. I think you have been one of the only places to see and hear what it’s like to live life on TRT in a healthy manor. You have brought TRT out of the shadows. You are an inspiration and I hope you continue to be a torch bearer for the many of us out there on this TRT journey with you. I would love to see new videos about your blood work, what size needle you use to inject currently, and why you increased your dose from 120mg to 140mg. Don’t stop the TRT videos man. There are many of us out here that really enjoy and get a lot out of them.

@andrewleviste611 11 ай бұрын

I was recently diagnosed with low testosterone at the age of 27. Glad to know there's someone like me, I felt I was singled out. Prior to taking TRT, I felt anxious about everything it affected me, my work and everything. Feeling like a crap every single day, waking up feeling like you don't want to do anything and just be a couch potato all day having no motivation and shit. Its hard. I have just started TRT, feeling great day by day and mental focus is getting back on its track. Relief I'm not the only one dealing with this at an early age.

@zahuruddinsheikh2814 9 ай бұрын

how you feeling now brother? Share your progress if you can.

@andrewleviste611 9 ай бұрын

@@zahuruddinsheikh2814 well, after 10 weeks of being on it. It feels really great, the sleep is good, the mood is better, the focus is on point, the emotions are pretty stable than before I wasn’t on it. It really helped me a lot in terms of emotionally, mentally and a bit on physically since we’re running 250 a week. Body fat is coming down also, which is great as I have type 2 Diabetes. Overall, would only recommend this to people who really needs it, but recreationally? I wouldn’t recommend it but if you’re planning on competing then sky is the limit tho.

@TRTandHormoneOptimization 5 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear you sharing your experience, bro. Thx

@eazyE93 3 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to become fertile again after long term TRT?

@timhands4128 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Noah, I decided to check back into your channel. I have been on TRT for 5 years and as you have noted it is not a cure all for depression and anxiety. It is great to see you after 6 years you look supper healthy! It is nice to see another person along the same journey as myself. It is nice to see you. Take good care. Tim

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better since starting trt?

@sho77y 5 жыл бұрын

Good video Noah. It's because I found your videos I asked my doctor for a hormone test. I have been on trt for over 2 years now. Love you man! Keep up the videos.

@mrguru091 4 жыл бұрын

My levels r 740 and I feel ok not great so my urologist wants to put me on test 250 every 2 weeks but my boy said take like .05 to .08cc per week it's better. What's ur thought on that?

@mrguru091 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 43 btw

@dawoodmusa4731 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man, can I ask you a few questions regarding your TRT journey through skype or email?

@Carlos-od7jr 3 жыл бұрын

Being that you were on trt for 6 years what are your thoughts on being on trt forever my friend says :It weakens your natural ability to make test. If your on it for too long you lose everything you gained and nothing is bad about it besides your kidneys filtering it constantly but eventually you'll lose everything with no hopes of getting it all back. More injuries later and muscles weak because of no test natural in body.....is that true

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better since starting trt?

@MADEnAMERICA78 5 жыл бұрын

Noah first and foremost thank you for being such an inspiration! 🙏Secondly I too found out I had low t from years of opiate addiction and also my VA doctor ordered an MRI and found out that I had partial empty sella of my pituitary gland. Dealing with the VA endocrinology department can be frustrating... They started me on 50mgs weekly as of November 6th. I definitely know I need an increase and will be seeing the doctor the first week of February. Please continue to post videos on trt, we need you!! Also I'm just over 30 days sober and have dealt with major depression and generalized anxiety disorder. So much in common with you... I look forward to seeing more videos! FTHers

@danielandy9342 4 жыл бұрын

I really like Noah! your messages are always great and honest. Sharing your honest experience will help a lot of men.

@rickhart5612 5 жыл бұрын

Respect for talking about something like this and a great support for people struggling with this kind of stuff

@fotoflorian 5 жыл бұрын

Dude.. I’ve watched a few of your videos and you’ve hit on so many points that I can relate to. Doing a consultation tomorrow. Thank you for talking about it so openly and sharing your personal experience!!

@MrBlondie1293 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for talking about this! I found out I was in the lower end of normal at 28 and experiencing a lot of symptoms. Thankfully I have a doctor who was willing to view it as an option despite being in the reference range. Since starting, I feel like a new person and feel whole again. I'm really glad to see you speaking about your experience starting on it young as I've faced a fair bit of stigma for doing so

@sac4947 5 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Thanks for sharing! I don't subscribe to your channel anymore because you have strayed away from TRT so I was happy to come across this on KZfaq 🙌

@Arendeagle 3 жыл бұрын

Been following your escapades since 5 years ago. We're rooting for you BIG KNOW😃👍

@ericbiedenbach2590 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being so courageous to speak out about your struggles and helping guys who may be dealing with the same thing. You are a good man!

@truecapitalist4718 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I wish more men would get their hormone levels checked. I'm almost 54 years old, and have been on bioidentical TRT for 7 years under the watchful eye of a board-certified, anti-aging physician. It has made a huge difference in my life, not the least of which is the improvement in the overall sense of apathy I was feeling. TRT definitely isn't a panacea, but it sure helped me. Congratulations on your journey, especially your sobriety.

@afti03 4 жыл бұрын

Sending you much love and support brother! Hope you're better and truely happy!

@mcmurv 5 жыл бұрын

Noah, thank you for sharing. I can tell how difficult it was for you to share. Thank you! Your story is powerful! You are a strong and brave man!

@christopherbroucek5052 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing, as I am binging these videos in my first week. My reasoning for getting my testosterone levels checked was due to my depression and mood swings. I have been on antidepressants, just nothing. I did my first dose this past Thursdays, I feel very hopeful and feel this is start of my work. My initial reading was 208

@punishmentperformanc 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so honest bro and upfront. I'm glad life has improved for you. I have also been on trt for 3 months and feel slightly better.

@1533ramsay 5 жыл бұрын

Stay with it. Experiment with dosing with your doctor. Everyone is so different. It's like a silver bullet the sneaks up on you in the middle of the night. You'll say to yourself, "wow I'm feel a lot better". This comes from someone who has been on it for 7 years. I try to go off of it and it rock my world I'm back on it for life. Good luck!!!

@garysimone4977 5 жыл бұрын

@@1533ramsay hey mark How is the trt going i am in the process of blood work as i was at 216 Did it help with mood etc

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

How are you feeling now? Any better ?

@ryzeneu6739 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this video to highlight the issues of Hypogonadism! I'm 29 and havn't felt right like almost 'unfinished' it took 6 months of bloodtest before my Doctor, would even consider giving me TRT. I'm now on my course and have had 4 intravenous appointments to date, seeing the change both physically and mentally has been so encouraging to me. I used to be able to eat all kinds of crap and not gain weight, i too now put on weight easily, so i will be looking to exercise in the near future. Again thanks for posting.

@primalmomentum6195 5 жыл бұрын

Your TRT videos are what brought me to your channel. Personally I dont see myself and havent done well staying up to date with your latest content - but understand it's where you need to be mentally at this point. It is good to see you looking happier and healthier and I'm sure your new direction is helping a ton of people. For anyone looking for TRT content / advise I would suggest Jay Campbell. He seems to be more of a product, doctor and supplement scheel lately as far as podcasts go, but his book covers a lot of current TRT studies. It's honestly better to take the time to sit down and read the research papers though, everyone is different. TRT is highly successful for those who take understanding it into their own hands and problematic for those who dont. Good luck for continued success Noah.

@johnnyblaze373 5 жыл бұрын

thank you for this video, i've had a very similar experience to you since I was in my early 20's, i've been living with the issues till yesterday, i'm 39 now, after having to beg for a blood test for my hormone levels. It was the basis for all my mental/physical issues. I was angry that it wasn't resolved many years ago, but relieved to find the answer. Thanks for sharing all this information.

@yaesmucho 4 жыл бұрын

Ain't that something...you are not the only one... But I'm awesome now...

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better? More energy? Less depression ?

@johnnyblaze373 3 жыл бұрын

@@ashleytaylor994 unfortunately it is hard to get my doctor to acknowledge the issue, maybe it’s an Australian thing with medical industry here stringent with testosterone im not sure but I exercise regularly, eat well and dont drink alcohol often. I feel pretty good but Im sure id feel a lot better with TRT based on app the reading Ive done.

@SuperSpiroman 2 жыл бұрын

@@johnnyblaze373 That's crazy bro. Thank God I live on the U.S.

@KurtBryan 5 жыл бұрын

Man our stories are almost identical. I was really low even for a 43 year old and I've had every single problem that you've had as well. TRT isn't the cure all but it does help a lot with the motivation to figure out why we feel the way we do and physically do something about it. Thank you for putting these videos out in public. I thought for the longest time I was the only one who was as bad as I was and that nobody just understand what it was like. I'm doing well now with a lot of help and support and I'm loving life. To anyone out there suffering or going through this now, PLEASE don't give up. It WILL pass. Be brave and don't think seeking help is a sign of weakness.

@rossfaith.5802 5 жыл бұрын

Are u free to speak please I'm despret. Awaiting appointment for trt

@muscles1948 5 жыл бұрын

43 ! most men's test levels are crashing at 38 !

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better? More energy? Less depression ?

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

How are doing now?

@mumbus272 5 жыл бұрын

This brother is all real man... inspiration...

@brianfenech10 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much with having the courage in sharing your experience which can help so many people with low T.

@ukranger8680 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I start my own TRT journey in 2 days after 10 years of pain and misery with no answers to why my health was deteriorating so badly. Thanks for the grounding that this injection I will now need for the rest of my life is just a boost to help me work my ass off to be healthy again.

@guyslifehacks5179 2 жыл бұрын

Let us know how it is

@robd.955 2 жыл бұрын

I just found your page today! Thank you for posting this. I am almost 60 yrs old, and have only found out I had low T about 4-years ago! I had been suffering from depression and anxiety for years and never once did any of my doctors test me for Low T, or other hormonal imbalances. I am now on TRT, and have been for about two years, but some insurance issues came up and I was off of it for almost a year. I'm back now, and my numbers are still low, and my Doc keeps increasing the amount, I am currently using a gel. I look forward to watching more videos on this very important subject. Thank you!

@bgoodorhell4u 2 жыл бұрын

Gel is no good have to get the shots

@davidfitzgerald9275 2 жыл бұрын

Great Great video my friend. Wonderfully presented and how you talk about your experiences are perfect. I didn't want to stop listening to you talk!

@jamesluster8473 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being open and honest on your vids. I had mine checked and I’m a 47 yr old and my total was 88. I’ve been on test cyp for about 4 months feeling a lot better. Thanks

@crazycorgiyt3691 5 жыл бұрын

What a difference from your first video. Watched a ton of your vids when I started TRT at 35 (2 years ago) after a bout with some serious depression. I was lucky to have a PCP that was even willing to check my T levels, they were 190. I never messed with any steroids and been lifting weight for years so it was a shock. Keep up the great content.

@britneyspheres7yearsago11 5 жыл бұрын

Any differences? Did you have Depersonalization Adam?

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

How are doing now?

@justinevans2118 3 жыл бұрын

A dr I went to literally said my test was normal. My testosterone shown up as a 60 year old. I’m 21 right now. Then I went to another dr and he immediately put me on test. I’m feeling a lot better now.

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

How are doing now? Give me your experience plz

@justinevans2118 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-qk8df4gj6v A lot better. My mental health has improved the most. I feel like a normal person. I don’t feel weak or mentally weak anymore. My body fat has dropped while my muscle mass has increased. I don’t abuse it to clarify. I take just enough to make my test levels normal for my age.

@voto75 Жыл бұрын

If you're 21 years old and you think you Need testosterone replacement you got big problems

@retroplays8565 Ай бұрын

I'm 21 and have really low testosterone, are you still on it? As of 2024 please get back to me what are the affects and how has it benefited you?

@armincartoonist 5 жыл бұрын

I'm happy for you man. Love your videos. Thanks for these updates and good for you for explaining this stuff despite youtube's weird ass rules

@OptimaleTRT 5 жыл бұрын

Congrats from the UK for 6 years on TRT! This is what it's all about.

@OptimaleTRT 5 жыл бұрын

Subbed :)

@dillpickle7800 4 жыл бұрын

I’m 21 and my test level came back to 330. I just started TRT yesterday and last night I felt an amazing pump at the gym and this morning I woke up with a good amount of energy and morning wood, so far I’m glad I took this big step

@SuddenHaiku 4 жыл бұрын

Dill Pickle Hey bro, Just seeing how you are with TRT? Im 21 aswell, It literally suck to have depression and the feeling of not being able grow muscle or body mass, Hopefully we can make this decade even better. Yesterday i went the doctors to check my blood test, then Checked my results today and i had low T about 6mnl/L which is below average.(10 - 33.4) DOC wants me to wait another 4 weeks for another Blood test just to make sure (government shit) before he chucks me on Testosterone therapy! I bloody hope it helps me as its helping you! Cant wait to chuck some gains up in the gym! Other than that bro Good luck on recovery! 👍

@deesrt412 3 жыл бұрын

Now That's funny 21 and just started and less than 48 hours you feel pumped. 😂

@kevintowers8006 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 21 as well and I want to get on Trt my only concern is if there are any long terms effects

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing now? More energy?

@jasonconrad215 3 жыл бұрын

@@kevintowers8006 there are risks, low sperm count, an increase in estrogen hormones and a decrease in DHEA, make sure your Dr. Tests for both before along with your T and again after first 10 weeks of treatment. There are other risks as well give it a google

@1533ramsay 5 жыл бұрын

I have been on trt for seven years. Just had an appointment with my urologist. I still need it. But he told me that I'm probably have to be on it for the rest of my life. I am now 56 so I'm at the age where is very common. Without it I cannot function with it I feel like a new person but it is not take care of all my problems like you said. I am so happy you're talking about this men need to know more about this. I don't understand Google at all

@johnbroughton679 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Very honest, very balanced, very reasonable. Well done sir.

@michaelaarhus 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Noah. Been on TRT about 1 year now here in Denmark. Your videos really helped me in the beginning.

@britneyspheres7yearsago11 5 жыл бұрын

Did you have Depersonalization Micheal?

@bignoknow 5 жыл бұрын

Back in the day I would post a video per week on TRT and now I am scared to post a video a year lol. Nearly lost my channel for posting about my TRT but hopefully with proper disclaimers I can find the confidence to share openly about my journey once more.

@joeprosho 4 жыл бұрын

removing this comment sorry... posted before you talk about fertility in the vid

@koltonbacon 2 жыл бұрын

If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Getting off is going to be harder then when you didn’t have it before

@bgoodorhell4u 2 жыл бұрын

Good information brother thanks.

@not_name7421 3 жыл бұрын

My T was measured at 80 ng/dl and my primary doc said don't worry, you're just getting old. I told him that he had no idea of what he was saying. And I took my self directly to an Endocrinologist to get an expert opinion. She said that I was at a "morbidly low level" and it was good that I came to her because I probably wouldn't see 75 (I'm 69) if I didn't. After a year and a half on TRT my T level has been holding steady at betw 700-800ng/dl, My depression has been lifted. My energy level is raised (I'm a B+ cyclist now). I lift weights AND build muscle and have lost about 25 lbs (the increased biking helped). And my libido....WOW! (but I'm still 69 and ugly to younger women so what's the use there!) But I never went back to that Primary. In fact my Endo doc is my primary as she monitors all my blood levels and body functions (trt affects EVERYTHING).

@mattdragonrider7888 Жыл бұрын

Head to the Philippines buddy , I've got a 35 year old girl friend ,she's beautiful and I'm 65

@stanmorehouse1224 Жыл бұрын

thank you, Noah. I'm about to start TRT for many of the same reasons. I will also be taking additional meds to prevent the shrinkage, etc. I'm glad you're doing better. It sucks being down.

@sibhekinkosisibanda 3 жыл бұрын

I am beginning to enjoy your vlogs..you are so authentic

@luishsteuer1660 5 жыл бұрын

Mad respect for you, much love from Manchester england

@stephenvjoseph 5 жыл бұрын

Bro your videos are very helpful, man thanks for doing these videos. :)

@michaelm9621 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Love the honesty that you shared.

@arthurwoodward7380 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing I’m on my first week and I’m 51 and just suffered for years and needed to hear that it took a few months to kick in thank you again

@DAMIENGUNNmusic 5 жыл бұрын

It feels like your journey is my journey, in a way. Tested at 142 with 0 Estro and I sorta freaked! I am glad I watched all you vids on this bc I was searching for answers through experience. Im on TRT now and waiting for the improvements to kick in. Thanks again hombre!!!!

@rashawnlindsay6150 2 жыл бұрын

Update??

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

How are doing now?

@chrisjones2384 4 жыл бұрын

I just had bloodwork done twice. Had a 145. I’m ready to get this started. Doc is on board.

@mariofelipefarhat 4 жыл бұрын

How are u now Chris???? Have you had despersonalization before? I hav

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Did u get checked again?

@rickymurray 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Your opinions are clearly and fairly explained. I wish you the very best mate.

@YourLifeRedefined 3 жыл бұрын

You’ve given me hope buddy. Just started TRT and I’m confident it’ll bridge the gap with all the other work I’m doing. One other thing to add; no need to worry about estrogen. It’s necessary for so many factors and will naturally adjust to the testosterone dose so let it be. Just get test where it needs to be and the rest should take care of itself.

@yaesmucho 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Noah, I feel you, I've spent 20 years of the most resistant depression , went through it all, and when I was ready to quit, someone told me if I had checked my hormones levels... I'm doing great now! Actually im about to hit the gym, and depression is finally gone, this is week #16. Now, I want to build my own channel, on completely another topic, not TRT or depression , but im stalling damm... But after twenty years of literally hell, I'm alright ... yup doing 200mg a week at the moment .. doctor prescribed ofcourse! My doctor rocks, he says i can avoid the hell i was living in , man, I'm happy you found it younger than me, I'm 37, found life at 37... have a great day.

@rickeyripley5957 4 жыл бұрын

I have always suffered from depression but now that im in my late 50s its not so bad..but i found out that my testosterone level was at 153 my doctor has put me on a home injection testosterone theopy...i love it an cant wait to up my levels..only problem is i have lower back pain called sciatica nerve ..energy levels are better but pain from back puts me back in bed until operation..wish me luck

@amedeocristiano4181 4 жыл бұрын

so was your testosterone low or not?

@amedeocristiano4181 4 жыл бұрын

@@rickeyripley5957 did the testosterone helped with your depression?

@tylerlienau7548 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 32 and finally found relief from depression because of trt. It’s month five and I’m just now feeling better. I was freaking out thinking that it was not going to help.

@yaesmucho 3 жыл бұрын

It's been 1 year and 1 week on trt, and thanks to the guy who told me about this. I'm fine, great. Almost a full week without exercise but that has never happened in 1 year. I'll get back to exercise.

@supertom8619 3 жыл бұрын

For anyone wondering, becoming infertile from TRT is not necessarily permanent. It is possible to cease TRT and achieve conception with the aid of HCG.

@Palahume 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds terribly inconvenient... Having to go on HGH sounds like having to jump through hoops to be natural and feel normal again🤦

@supertom8619 2 жыл бұрын

@@Palahume I didn’t mention HGH

@anneshaw9681 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for being so honest.

@user-pc5dk7gp4b 5 жыл бұрын

I have been on TRT for 3 years now and it changed my life tremendously. All thanks to your channel.

@user-pc5dk7gp4b 5 жыл бұрын

My last total T level before i started TRT was 188

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better? More energy? Less depression ?

@user-pc5dk7gp4b 3 жыл бұрын

@@ashleytaylor994 more energy less depression but I’ve been off for 6 months because my wife and I are trying to have a child and I feel like shit again.

@thatsjustmyopinionhowabout122 4 жыл бұрын

I was having all the classic symptoms, I put on so much weight I thought I was close to a heart attack and needed a stint. Long story short I lost 50 lbs. I feel so much better.

@RudyG210 3 жыл бұрын

Did your wee wee grow and did u excerize? Jw lol.

@Kraigmire 3 жыл бұрын

This is just one more story added to many that I have heard where the doctor dismisses the patient's (soon to be found correct) suspicion. In many of those stories, the doctor refused to entertain the idea and so the problem continued for many years. Just because someone is a doctor doesn't mean they are intelligent. Many did well in school solely because they have a good memory, but they don't have the intelligence to solve problems or analyze data properly. However, because they got high marks, they have that arrogance that they are always right. If your doctor won't listen to you, find a new doctor!

@stevenlindsey2056 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately that is most DR's anymore.

@PozzaPizz 2 жыл бұрын

Especially in the USA where they make the most $$ by having as many patients in a day as possible

@Pest87 2 жыл бұрын

@@PozzaPizz its not in USA, everywhere in the world is the same story. The doctors in the managed health care have no idea how to manage sex hormones

@kcb8130 2 жыл бұрын

@@PozzaPizz tbh mate, it's worse in Canada. Doctors in Ontario, Canada get paid for having patients on a roster. Don't even have to see the patients, just register them to your practice. Also, fraud is rampant. Billing the provincial healthcare plan (universal healthcare) for services that were never rendered. Some doctors are making more than a million dollars a year for no good reason. Not to mention an MRI for somebody with a brain tumor is a 6 month wait. (Ironically only other option to get one quicker is going the USA) Universal healthcare isn't all sunshine and rainbows.

@taotaostrong 5 жыл бұрын

I wish you well on your your journey! Sending joy and prosperity your way! ❤️💃🏿

@Suspiciousrock Жыл бұрын

Very insightful video thank you. My doctor is starting me on TRT next month, I'm hoping I feel better soon.

@manpsych3924 4 жыл бұрын

Hey dude you inspired me to get tests for my testosterone.. turns out I've been as low as you. And I'm 29 so yeah man thanks

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

Do you feel better? More energy? Less depression ?

@chris_chandley9584 5 жыл бұрын

You should do a video on what meal plan you followed when you got shredded. On a previous video I noticed a ton of comments asking for that. It may be a good video for you ;)

@1trillionviews516 5 жыл бұрын

He did get shredded, didnt he?

@TRTandHormoneOptimization 5 жыл бұрын

Chris_ Chandley eat in a moderate caloric deficit till you lose enough subcutaneous fat, following whatever diet you can stick to.

@snailnslug3 5 жыл бұрын

Seriously eat anything . Under calories. Even fasting.

@rickyb8636 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this. At 72 my testosterone was about 2mg/dl with 15% bone loss in last 10 years and losing height. Now on replacement and can identify with what you are saying. I too was getting resistance from my doctor and that's a bad place to be when you are suffering. Luckily I found a way to work through that by getting a referral to an edno, who immediately put me on TRT.

@carloscamarena9939 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and glad TRT has helped you. I was low T and started TRT in March. I was also taking Lexopro for anxiety and stress. I am off Lexopro, lost weight, have purpose in life and as for my libido....... Wow! I love TRT but I have done the same such as working out daily, sustained a healthier diet and definitely enjoying life more as I have much more energy.

@britneyspheres7yearsago11 5 жыл бұрын

Did you have depersonalizatiom?

@gamer_A1010 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I found your video from like 5 years ago about depersonalization, and it helped, if you want to you can look at the comment I wrote Thank you, again

@rigorhead01 5 жыл бұрын

Great video!! At 40 years old I had my T tested. It should be between 600 and 800. It came back 47! It was so low they sent me to a endocrinologist to make sure I didn't have some other problems causing this super low T. It turned out that I was ok, and I began TRT. What a change it made! Night and day difference! I haven't felt this good since I was 18. Maybe my T was never where it was supposed to be idk. I'm great now though!!

@josephvela4584 5 жыл бұрын

Hollis Prince I’m 29 and I’m at 50

@adamwayne101 5 жыл бұрын

Joseph Vela I’m 23 and at 199

@jamesluster8473 5 жыл бұрын

At 47 I had mine checked it was 88. I’m on test now and love it 100 a week.

@adamwayne101 5 жыл бұрын

james luster Have you had your levels checked since starting?

@jamesluster8473 5 жыл бұрын

Adam Christmas yes they were in the 400 range after 3 months. I go back in another 3 months to check them again and adjust dosage if needed.

@RM-fp3wh 3 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you for doing this video. It’s one thing to have low T but another thing to understand how it effects your body. I am having a lot of the same symptoms you were having, and I had my testosterone checked by my urologist and it came back 123. We will be discussing treatment my next visit but your video gave me some in sight on TRT.

@DanielRiaz 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thank you for doing it Noah!

@Bergen98 4 жыл бұрын

As male with secondary hypogonadism I appreciate you talking about this. People think of you take T, it is only for fitness. So thanks for some light on the problem

@1trillionviews516 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so thankful you spoke on trt. I was prescribed it and found lots of help with your channel. Damn, 150ng/dL sucks! I was with you at 190ng/dL and it was terrible too!

@dirilisertugrul621 5 жыл бұрын

1 Trillion Views how you feels post/after TRT.....?

@1trillionviews516 5 жыл бұрын

@@dirilisertugrul621 - I'm going to be on it for life but i feel good now. Before trt i didnt get off the couch and i let myself get fat too. All i wanted to do was sleep. I have energy again and some motivation.

@dirilisertugrul621 5 жыл бұрын

1 Trillion Views I'm suffering from low t I'm 32 years old Recently my blood work shows that 152ng/dl but still I'm scaring to take TRT I'm still on natural but still on low t what should I do,? I don't know!

@1trillionviews516 5 жыл бұрын

@@dirilisertugrul621 - find a good doctor, an endocrinologist, to prescribe you the trt medication. Your level is very low and that's miserable! You probably feel shitty everyday man. If i were you, I'd do whatever i can to get on trt. You're still young and that's so low level. If it's prescribed by a doctor, it's not illegal steroids and the doctor will keep up on your bloodwork too.

@HeathReeder 5 жыл бұрын

I would say just find a good doc as he said, be sure and do your bloodwork and go for it if you don't like the way you feel now. I had no energy, no sex drive, no muscle and mine was a touch over 200 I think when I started. feel great now.

@Greenpigeon52 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I’m in a relatively similar situation at 24 outside of intensity of depression. I should be starting soon, my urologist approved me. Good to feel like I’m not alone

@thepillandjadedshowpodcast389 3 жыл бұрын

i just saw your last video from may 2018.. BIG difference!

@michaelshannon9169 5 жыл бұрын

Hey man, do you have any vids on gyno related matters? Thanks.

@RANDALLOLOGY 5 жыл бұрын

There are more of us out here with low T than you can imagine. When I was 30 I had low T and they put me on the trt shots. After being on them administered by the doctor, and I will never forget the day that I felt euphoric. That was a great feeling. After losing my job and my insurance of course that stopped. I am now 66 and found there was a study of low T that I have just recently enrolled in. My levels were 150. I'm a guinea pig for AndroGel. Don't know yet if I've got the real thing or a placebo but at this age you don't feel like doing shit so I figured what the hell I'll give it a try.

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

What are you doing now?

@RANDALLOLOGY 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-qk8df4gj6v I am now 69 years old. The Andra Gel did no good for me. I had a stroke at 67 and dont care about it anymore.

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

@@RANDALLOLOGY I hope you have long and good life God willing

@RANDALLOLOGY 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-qk8df4gj6v thank you , and may God bless you also

@garrettdavis1646 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your story. I’m 5 weeks into treatment for a lot of the same reasons that you have highlighted in this piece.

@ThePixelPopper 4 жыл бұрын

Thank for your honesty.

@joshuadaltilia8480 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I still struggle with depression and anxiety whilst on trt but somehow it's also made me work through them better

@ashleytaylor994 3 жыл бұрын

How do you feel now?

@joshuadaltilia8480 3 жыл бұрын

@@ashleytaylor994 Fine thanks

@houstondante777 5 жыл бұрын

I took steroids 10yrs straight After five years being off. my testosterone never went over 200ng ,been on prescribed TRT since 2002 it has saved my life. Got my body mind & health back. I do want to get off Cymbalta. Ii learned you have to manage your doctor

@viveremilitareest9281 5 жыл бұрын

Did you blast and cruise for ten years? I've been on non stop for two years and am absolutely shitting myself coming off. I'm still young and I do expect full recovery but would you have any advice for when coming off?

@viveremilitareest9281 5 жыл бұрын

May be worth noting I've never been on outrageous doses. More often than not I've cruised on 250mg test e

@BackFireZz 5 жыл бұрын

your testosterone will never be the same dude especially if you havent been running hcg the whole time

@snailnslug3 5 жыл бұрын

@@viveremilitareest9281 you say you expect to recover because you're young? It's actually the complete opposite for young men. Think about it scientifically for once, instead of blogs. In your prime you stopped cold your natural T production. Whether it's a low dose or high dose doesn't even matter. As soon as you pump in just a tad, it starts shutting you down. The end. You think your nuts will start pumping what they would have natural ever again? Lol you've created receptors for the extra test throughout your body which will never be filled by your nuts. Therefore you will always be in a deficiency.

@leviathanrising9763 5 жыл бұрын

steroids and cymbalta, wtf is wrong with you lmao

@johnnytheirishman3387 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good fight brother!

@Swizzenator 3 жыл бұрын

Hope your doc learned a valuable lesson. Great story thank you.

@fionnehs 5 жыл бұрын

I’d love to hear you talk about the stages treatment has brought you through. I’ve been on TRT for two years and I’ve experienced periods where I feel like my mind is growing and repairing, even memories coming back that I had completely lost. Other phases of fat gain (you mentioned this) and periods of muscle growth & maturity, body re-composition etc. I’m curious how long these phases of change and growth continued for you? Or, are they still taking place? I know the body sees quick improvement when healing from damage or deficiency, I also know that it can sometime take a decade to see maximum reversal and improvement, alcoholism for example. I’m wondering if the repair phases/growth from TRT are this long lasting in your experience thus far. I’ve read many studies and papers but I’d love your personal insights. I’m 38 btw. My symptoms started when I was about 30. My levels declined about 15% a year until I stated treatment.

@Hazee-1996 4 жыл бұрын

Still taking trt?

@Carlos-od7jr 3 жыл бұрын

@og_sane 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. In Finland, doctors usually use "total T" when studying the amount of testosterone. I'm couple of weeks away from turning 29 and was just diagnosed with very low T and "hypogonadotropic hypogonadism". My total testosterone was 1.0-1.2 nmol/l which is super low. Doctor prescribed me Sustanon injections every 4 weeks. In the future I'm probably gonna switch to Nebido, which won't have to be injected so soon. My symptoms living with low T were and are still so bad, that treatment was critical to start now. I've always been a huge football (soccer) fan, but in 2020 I didn't play a single game. Partly because of corona, partly because of low T. Hopefully I'll get my life back in the coming months. I also hope to get my pituitary gland working again...

@Colin-sc2jc 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Friend. In my opinion, a sustanon mix every 4 weeks is definitely not enough. Good results can be obtained every 14 days after the injection or even 10 days. Everyone is different and you must approach this matter individually. good luck and best regards.

@user-qk8df4gj6v 2 жыл бұрын

What are you doing now? Does your pitutary gland secreat LH and FSH again or not? What about your journey on trt? Give me ur experience plz

@DrugTalk 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience!

@lovelyme8265 11 ай бұрын

I’m actual watching this because my son has to start taking this and I’m so worried that it may have terrible side effects thank you 🙏🏾 for this because you made me feel much better

@allthecommonsense 4 жыл бұрын

Any acne along the way? Wondering how many experience this side effect.

@BARBELLS-AND-BUDS 5 жыл бұрын

I gave a few questions. If normal is 600-700 and you have 150 without is 140 enough to get there you need? I know there are side effects, and haven't ever tried anything. I was pretty muscular naturally with 15- 20 hr a week of iron. Several injuries and being stuck in bed for long stretches as a result over last 10 years. Now I have struggles with weight Gain and depression. I've felt suicidal and have a whole list of problems now. My Dr won't check my T levels because I still have some muscle left and thinks I either took gear or have a high natural level. I'm going to try to get mine tested again. Stay healthy dude, and and do what it takes to stay mentally healthy too as you are already. P.S. blocking videos or channels based on anything other that sexually explicit or violent content seems like a violation to the uploader. But that's another topic.

@askreternal 2 жыл бұрын

If your asking what I think your asking, taking 140 or 150 test cip, it will probably get your levels in the 600 to 800 range. It's a 1:1 thing or you would see guys on trt taking 700mg of test just to get 700ng per dcl total testosterone. If I were you I'd get bloodwork done at LabCorp or quest diagnostics and pay out if pocket, its usually around 100 dollars for a total test/free testosterone test. Do this before you go to your doc again, so if your levels are low you can show him the numbers, then he will order a few other tests in succession to make sure. If you want the most accurate results, you need to get your bloodwork done before 10am and be fasted for at least 12 hours before your blood draw. Drinking water is ok. Good luck man, hope this helps.

@stephendelong5656 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing man. I suffer from serious depression and debilitating anxiety. I got tested and am low T. I start TRT next week and am really looking forward to it.

@josephbanker3829 2 жыл бұрын

I'm about to start and have severe anxiety as well. Did it help for you? I've seen some ppl say it made anxiety worse

@techismycologne 5 жыл бұрын

I went through some pretty crazy depression for years, went through the exact same thing - was prescribed Zoloft, Lexapro, etc and then I eventually just stopped taking the medications because they weren't doing anything. Eventually I went back because I was having some other issues, etc and finally got bloodwork - nearly just as low as yours, 180 ng/dl - like a 90 year old man. Took 4 ridiculous months of blood tests, pre-requisite appointments, etc and I finally just got my prescription and injected TRT ~3-days ago.

@michaeltaylors2456 3 жыл бұрын

It cures almost everything, and it definitely helps you feel better about everything, It is a fountain of youth for me. Oh and it even helps with a swollen prostate symptoms. My old gatekeeper doctor swore that it would be like adding gasoline to my prostate fire, lol been the opposite. They ( mainstream ) do not want you to feel good and be manly, depressed, lethargic and feminized is their goal. More sick patients. I have lost waist inches and maintained current weight . Got motivated to do something because My father was at zero, T for years due to a pituitary tumor, and suffered mightily. His miseducated and over cautious endocrinologist finally allowed him to have a little T gel at the very end of his like. I’m not going to suffer the same

@_BioKnowledge_ Жыл бұрын

A lot of reason. Glad to read your thoughts.

@enriquemoon 5 жыл бұрын

Interesting....when did you experience hair loss? I have a feeling to have low testasterone but I have alot of hair.

@katiie7 5 жыл бұрын

Enrique Luna order a DUTCH test it’ll measure all your hormone metabolites including adrenals

@timhands4128 5 жыл бұрын

Had not checked in with you lately. You look great and I hope it stays that way. Take good care. Tim

@diyman-kf3rg 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video , you are so true and honest 👍👍

@kunalrishi1789 5 жыл бұрын

What caused you to have low T in the first place , Was it vivitrol or the sheer amount of alcohol consumed over the years caused your brain to stop producing LH & FSH before you where sober. Or you where suffering from low T even before your mental breakdown which caused you to booze more and more in order to cope with the situation. Any answers would be really appreciated

@Perceni 5 жыл бұрын

blood work should be the first thing they do. I cant believe there is still quacks around

@adamernster2471 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your share on this, I just went to my doc and got a script for a blood draw. I have suffered from depression my whole life and am now wrestling with chronic fatigue as well so my energy levels are all over the place. There are good days and bad days. Hopefully this test will provide some answers.

@jbastidas29 5 жыл бұрын

How was it?