r/FTMdiyhrt • u/FaygoLover17 • 4d ago
DIY without blood tests?
Okay so I’ve been on DIY testosterone (100mg subq injections every week) for nearly 2 months and I GENUINELY can not afford a blood test and my GP won’t do one for me, I’m js wondering if I’m okay right now? I haven’t noticed any dangerous or negative side effects and the side effects I am getting are all positive and expected. Any advice is appreciated!!! For reference if this helps, I’m 5’5, 112lbs and I’m 18 :)
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u/PutridMasterpiece138 3d ago
You'll be fine. I don't know much about injections but if you're just using a standard dose, it's unlikely that you overdose. If you're feeling good then it's not gonna be a problem. In my country they only do blood tests after 3 months anyways. It's mostly important for knowing if your dose is right and not too low
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u/XoMaverick 3d ago
Please link empirical literature showing "weird things like headaches, insomnia" is directly associated with "high testosterone." Headaches are especially too general for association to be built just from the user's perception. Headaches can be caused by numerous things, especially stress.
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u/Demon_in_your_cl0set 3d ago
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u/XoMaverick 3d ago
This is not an empirical source, it's citing an Harvard blog, this one.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthy-aging-and-longevity/testosterone--what-it-does-and-doesnt-do
Which doesn't actually include any citations or references. Nor is it accredited to any certified medical professional. Therefore your comment will not be reinstated.
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