I was speaking with a very good friend of mine who takes TRT for a legitimate, medical purpose under the close supervision of a doctor.
His was a laborious journey to getting a prescription.
A consultation with a GP (perhaps several, but he didn’t mention specifics), a battery of tests, a referral to a specialist, more tests, and, finally, a suggestion that TRT *could* help alleviate some of his symptoms.
And it was only a suggestion.
What I found striking about the story was how on the fence the consultant was about going down the TRT route; saying (paraphrasing):
“It’s entirely your decision.”.
Another chap I was speaking with who is currently under investigation after reporting the gamut of symptoms most men experience in middle age: tiredness, weight gain, poor sleep, etc, etc.
Low T has been mooted as a cause (and, indeed, his levels are a little lower than they ought to be), but the doc made it abundantly clear that he needs to get his act together in the exercise, diet, and lifestyle departments – even if they decide TRT is appropriate (which, again, the good doctor is on the fence about).
Contrast this with the grifters on social media (the vast majority of whom are not qualified and registered medical professionals) marketing TRT as some wonder drug and, in some cases, offering to hook struggling men up with a dealer.
What’s my point?
Certainly not to say that TRT is evil and should never be taken under any circumstances.
Nor am I saying that if you are taking it now under appropriate medical supervision that you should stop.
That would be grossly inappropriate given that I am not a medical professional.
What I am saying is examine the difference in the attitude and approach towards TRT adopted by my friends and the doctors they are under the care of and those shilling it online and the people defending this practice.
And, if you are fat, I’d hazard that losing weight is a great place to start, if you are serious about living a long, healthy, happy life. (As well as going to see a doctor if you are experiencing symptoms that trouble you).
Now for the relevant sales pitch:
I have written a short book called:
“The Weight Loss Manifesto”.
It is arguably the most problematic weight loss guide ever written and you can pre-order it now for the Special Pre-Order Price of £10.
The price will go up somewhat once the pre-order window is closed (date TBA once I get my act together and complete the necessary promotional material).
A full summary of the book is below:
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Thank you,
Phil Tyreman