Can you take testosterone without hCG?

You won’t need hCG to raise your testosterone levels because we’ll give you an adequate dose to get you to optimal levels. However, you’ll want to add hCG in case you want to maintain a healthy sperm count and/or prevent testicular atrophy.

Will hCG increase testicle size?

Not only will hCG help to restore your fertility and sperm production, but it can reduce the testicle shrinkage. Using hCG with TRT can restore your testicles to their normal, healthy size and function.

Can you run hCG while on testosterone?

The use of HCG alongside testosterone is supported by the American Urological Association 12 and its role in maintaining fertility whilst on testosterone is well documented in the literature 13, 14, 15, 16.

Should I take hCG while on TRT?

hCG is a safe and efficacious alternative or adjunct to TRT in men desiring to preserve fertility while treating their hypogonadism. hCG can also be used help restore spermatogenesis in men hypogonadal hypogonadism or steroid induced impairment of spermatogenesis.

Does hCG build muscle?

By boosting your hormone levels, such as testosterone, you will notice greater muscle gain while on HCG. Your body will be in a muscle-building (anabolic) state versus a muscle breakdown (catabolic) state.

Is hCG better than testosterone?

Our results show that in adolescent pre-pubertal males with HH, pubertal induction with hCG therapy yields significantly better outcomes for testicular size when compared to testosterone therapy after about 12 months of therapy, with no difference in testosterone levels between the 2 groups.

Why do you take hCG with testosterone?

Given it helps to maintain fertility, hCG is a good option for men with low testosterone wanting to preserve their fertility. Moreover, men who are concerned about the size of their testicles while being on testosterone replacement therapy, benefit from taking hCG as it may prevent testicular atrophy.

Can HCG cause erectile dysfunction?

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) can also work in an injection form. If the luteinizing hormone (LH) is not functioning properly, it will not produce enough testosterone and cause other issues in the man’s body. These low levels can cause ED and require us to prescribe HCG, a hormone that mimics LH in the body.

Does HCG build muscle?

Is testicular shrinkage from TRT permanent?

If it’s not treated within a few hours, it can cause permanent testicular atrophy. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Some men undergoing TRT experience testicular atrophy.

Can you take HCG forever?

I now have patients who have taken HCG for up to two years without any side effects. In central pain patients, long-term HCG has had the effects of lowering but not eliminating opioid daily dosage, and HCG often obviates the need for testosterone replacement.

Is HCG better than testosterone?

Why test your test cycles?

When going on a test cycle you get to quickly find out how your body, and your performance and results, change as a result of boosting your testosterone levels to previously unseen ones. And yes, you will also get to find out what, if any, side effects you might be prone to. From there you can tweak and adjust your cycles to get the best results.

What are the potential side effects of a test cycle?

The potential side effects with a test cycle remains largely the same regardless of which ester or esters you are using. Often there is only an atom or two difference between esters, making little difference to their effects but mainly changing their uptake properties.

Can a testosterone only cycle help you lose weight?

Although a testosterone only cycle is not generally used for hardcore cutting, national library of medicine shows that it still plays a critical role in eliminating the storage of fat and loss of muscle that comes about as a result from having low testosterone levels.

When should I start PCT after a test cycle?

As with all AAS use, post cycle therapy after a test cycle is critical. The timing of the beginning of your PCT will depend on which ester you’ve used and what its half life is. For example, you can start PCT three days after the end of a propionate cycle, while waiting two weeks to start PCT after using enanthate.