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05-20-2013, 11:38 AM | #1 | |||
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I'd be interested in hearing/reading members experiences with the various Low Testosterone treatment alternatives:
Transdermal Patch (e.g. Androderm) Transdermal Gels (e.g. Androgel, Axiron, Testim, Fortesta) Compounded Transdermal Cream (by compounding pharmacy) Implants Intramuscular Injections Clomid (clomiphene citrate/clomifene citrate) Others(?) I think such a discussion would be useful for this forum. Doc PS: If you'd prefer, response via Private Message is OK.
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"Thanks for this!" says: | ALASKA MIKE (07-19-2013) |
10-04-2013, 04:37 PM | #2 | ||
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Hi there. Curious whether low testosterone can be caused be chronic neuropathic pain like CRPS? I'm 40 years old, I have low T but insurance doesn't cover androgel/testim. I have pretty good insurance too. Frustrated.
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10-05-2013, 02:17 AM | #3 | |||
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Hormone Treatments in Chronic and Intractable Pain—An Emerging Practice Hormone Replacements and Treatments in Chronic Pain: Update 2010 Testosterone Replacement in Chronic Pain Patients ...and other similar articles by Dr. Tennant Have you contacted your insurance carrier and asked if there are any that they do/will cover? Many companies don't cover (e.g.) Androgel, but may cover another such as Fortesta, or injections. Topicals can also be made by a compounding pharmacy for much less than some name-brands. From the articles above, many precursors of testosterone (pregnenolone, DHEA, etc.) can be gotten OTC, but I'd have a doctor on-board to help with testing, dosing, & monitoring. Doc
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10-04-2013, 08:28 PM | #4 | |||
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I get good results with Testim gel 1% 50mg. Don't remember the exact numbers but went from the 200's to about 750 ng/dL. Much improved libido and general feeling of well being (maybe because of the improved libido? )
Apply the gel once a day, easy to use, doesn't sting or smell, have had no side affects, PSA levels remain normal. Co-pay with my insurance runs $30/month. Satisfied with it.
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"Thanks for this!" says: | Dr. Smith (10-05-2013) |
10-04-2013, 10:55 PM | #5 | |||
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My brother(age:69) tried Androgel, but discontinued use due to swelling in ankles, which apparently outweighed any benefit gained.
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10-05-2013, 02:35 AM | #6 | |||
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10-05-2013, 02:27 AM | #7 | |||
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I believe you. From what I've read online, many review sites have claims that it does smell; others have said that the odor—allegedly from the addition of a pheremone(? )—is objectionable to some, unnoticeable to others, and pleasant to still others (including a few S.O.s). I have no personal experience/knowledge of this, so by all means check it out elsewhere.
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10-06-2013, 01:56 PM | #8 | |||
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I also did use Axiron for about a year (they had a special going at $25/co-pay). It was OK and there were no side affects, but my levels with it were in the 500-600 range vs. 750 or so with the Testim. My insurance doesn't cover the Axiron so the cost went to $300+ for a month; my insurance does cover the Testim.
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What Happened: On November 29, 2010, I was walking across the street and was hit by a light rail commuter train. Result was a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures (skull, pelvis, ribs). Total hospital stay was two months, one in ICU followed by an additional month in neuro-rehab. Upon hospital discharge, neurological testing revealed deficits in short term memory, executive functioning, and spatial recognition. Today: Neuropsychological examination five months post-accident indicated a return to normal cognitive functioning, and I returned to work approximately 6 months after the accident. I am grateful to be alive and am looking forward to enjoying the rest of my life. Last edited by Lightrail11; 10-06-2013 at 07:53 PM. |
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