Any advice for 75+ on TRT

[spidi511]

Im not 75 but my dad is and I want to get him on Test C. Im on trt and live the effects of it. I would like him to feel the same way.

He is relatively in good health. He did have a triple bypass several years ago and has fully recovered though. Does the bypass disqualify him from getting on test or do you think I can get him on some conservative test protocol to help him feels younger and get his mojo back. TIA for the advice

 

[Adi18]

Im not 75 but my dad is and I want to get him on Test C. Im on trt and live the effects of it. I would like him to feel the same way.

He is relatively in good health. He did have a triple bypass several years ago and has fully recovered though. Does the bypass disqualify him from getting on test or do you think I can get him on some conservative test protocol to help him feels younger and get his mojo back. TIA for the advice

Why wouldn't you get your dad to see a dr about this?

 

[spidi511]

Before he goes to a TRT i want to know if any other have experience with Trt at his age. I dont trust the clinics anymore after my bad experience with them.

 

[Adi18]

Before he goes to a TRT i want to know if any other have experience with Trt at his age. I dont trust the clinics anymore after my bad experience with them.

No you'd want to see an endocrinologist. Like someone who specializes in hormones.

 

[Duraclear]

Very, very hard to find good a good doctor. And definitely stay away from the clinics.

At a true TRT dose, there should be no adverse effects to his heart, and it may even be protective. The evidence is clear that true TRT does not damage the heart. However, it is less clear that it does not cause clotting issues in some people. It probably does not, but it's less clear. So be aware of that and take steps to mitigate it - although, if he's had a bypass, it's likely that he's on blood thinners in any case.

For someone his age, 100mgs/wk would be the absolute maximum. Somewhere in the 50-80mg range would likely get him in the sweet spot for his age.

Having said that, be sure to respect his wishes. Of course, it's natural to love your dad and you're enthusiastic about TRT due to your own experiences, but make sure it's the right move for him considering his lifestyle, goals, etc. Old folks are set in their ways, and he may be happy with where he's at. Also keep in mind that if he ever needs to come off for any reason, it will be tougher for him at his age.

 

[buck]

Blood work is the only way to tell if he is low in T. And i wouldn't prescribe any one dose as the right one. Starting low then increasing tends to have the least side effects. Does he have low T symptoms? It is the rare medical condition that does not allow real TRT to be given. If his own Dr is not willing to test/prescribe. I find urologists the best Dr to see typically. It is part of their field and they tend to be more open to TRT