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At least a part of your trouble might be traced to wheat or even (something I just read about two days ago) cats. I can't post a link here, but google "cats" and "Atlantic Magazine" and see if you can find the interesting article.

Howdy!

Good eye, that's one of my theories actually, Toxoplasmosis Gondii. I've been around dozens of different cats through my life, it's pretty likely I have that even if it isn't causing me problems. I can't find too much information saying it can cause such serious problems but ruling it out is probably a good idea. I'll add it to my Klinefelter lab write up if possible, thanks for the reminder!

Welcome Scottford. :Tip-Hat:

Well it looks as though genetic testing is not covered by my insurance so that's just not going to happen most likely, unless my neuro/endo says absolutely we should look at this and makes a strong case for it.

In any case tomorrow I'm going to call my insurance agency and see what neuro's/endo's are available in the area. My doc did OK any references I may need so now it's just getting everything set up to go in.

I'm strongly considering trying low dose Zyprexa as well (2.5mg). I've talked to several people with similar mystery diagnosis' and they've said their most beneficial medication has been low dose Zyprexa. I'm not that excited about trying an AAP but I need something really bad and if it helps me as much as its helped them maybe that can tide me over until I find the root cause.

Later!

Looks like I'm going to have to cancel the Endo because of logistical problems with me moving away and them scheduling the appointment almost 2 months out right before I move.

I've been on Zyprexa 2.5 mg for almost a month with moderately positive results all around. I'll be going on to 5 mg tonight and I'll see how that goes. The problem is still there and it's still a very large issue but this is a useful tool for sure, a nice band aid if you will.

I've a doctors appointment tomorrow and I'm going to see if I can start on Armour thyroid meds to level out my body temps and see how that affects my cognition. His first suggestion was to put me right away on TRT but I'd like to treat the obvious problem downstream before I start using TRT as a band aid. If the thyroid treatment does not help the cognition and only the fatigue and my test levels don't rise with the more functional metabolism I will then resort to TRT.

Even if my problems aren't directly caused by my low T it would be very nice to be treated for it just for optimizing my health overall. I would very much like to be at an optimal range I can tell I've been low my entire life. VERY late puberty, almost no facial hair, glandular gyno, slow healing, high fatigue rate. This would be incredible to remedy.

I'll update with any interesting results.

Ciao!

It appears as those I have something called a "Vericocele" which causes low T in 10%-15% of men. I haven't had it officially diagnosed but it's quite obvious and that problem has been present and has been making me wonder for quite a while. It didn't click until I read about it when doing research on reasons for low T in young men.

I've been on TRT for a little over a week and I haven't felt much from it yet, it takes 3-4 weeks from what I read for sense of well being effects to kick in, and many more after that to hit maximum benefit. A lot of guys claim some pretty strong cognitive issues with low T so perhaps this will help. I have my doubts, my progression and intensity just seem too strong, but of course I could be wrong. I don't know.

Other than that, I still have no leads and no strong inclinations of where to look. I'll probably investigate Lyme disease if this doesn't work.

Cheers

I am sorry I am late to reply to your last post.

I have two thoughts about your using Zyprexa.

1) This family of drugs are known causers of pituitary adenomas.
(non-cancerous tumors). Someone with suspected endocrine problems therefore, may get a complication if they develop one of the tumors. Risperdal is listed as the most common cause, with Zyprexa following. The others are further down the latest list.

2) These drugs are know also for causing brain shrinkage. That is not something anyone needs or wants.
Here is a link discussing that:
http://www.madinamerica.com/2013/06/...age-an-update/

So in the short run you may feel a bit better for a while, taking Zyprexa, but in the long run you may be paying a price you would rather not pay. It is up to you to read up on these two subjects and decide for yourself.

Hi mate,

Sorry to hear about your issues. I have very similar issues to you and was wondering how I can start a personal conversation with you, as very new to the forum!

PM to let me how your doing as would love to know.


All the best,
Jamie

Welcome Jimdimmer1. :Wave-Hello:

Hey I sent you a message on CureZone, seems my universal user name is doing what it's meant to!

Like I said on there feel free to add me on Skype @ "Almost.easy2"