How Long Before Testopel Pellets Start Working? (Page 27)

Just had Testopel pellets inserted in my backside. Forgot to ask doctor how long until they take effect. He's out of town.

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3/10/2016: Just had the 2nd round of testopel inserted. I had noticed the first batch had run down about three weeks ago, energy dropped. I had 12 pellets inserted, The Doctor set my next pellets for 3 months VS the four on the first round. He feels I burn Testosterone faster due to my level of activity which is high. I again have no pain at site, little bruising, and would not know it was there if I had not reached around to check the bandage. I am not sure what is causing problems with those who have pain, but my experience has been all positive.

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Just a foot note, Day two from 2nd dose and they are already working. Sleep was good again and morning wood is back. For me the T in my system is fast.

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Has anyone had the problem of elevated hemoglobin levels as a result of TESTOPEL pellets implantation? My hemoglobin raised to an unwanted and unacceptable 19.6 recently. As a result, Docs (hematologist AND urologist) now reducing my ten (10) pellets every THREE (3) months down to six (6) pellets every FOUR (4) months. Disappointed with this, but with hemoglobin at such a level, causes blood to thicken, increasing risk of strokes or other cardiac event(s). Can't risk that. Any thoughts?

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Bob, thanks for the heads up. I will keep a check on mine. I have always had high hemoglobin from a genetic glitch and have given blood most of my adult life. The red Cross will only take it once every 90 days which could be an issue for over producers. I do give doubles which has kept me in the 16 range for years. Will check and see if they can take it more often just in case.

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A quick "Thank you" for donating blood for as long as you did. You have helped others who needed it and will never know the benefits to countless others ....

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Just had pellets put in yesterday. Wasn't told that the pain would be like this. I do construction and bending and lifting hurts and stupid bandage get stuck on pants all the time pulling g and pushing. Does it get better. Is all this worth it

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Koifish:
I had more pain the 1st time I had the implantations done six (6) years ago and mentioned it to Doc. Since then -- each four (4) months, he implants them, but does much HIGHER and to the SIDE. It eliminates the pain that you are talking about because of the positioning of the implants. Good luck! And yes ............. for ME, it has been worth it because of increased energy, better moods, sleep improvement and recovered libido.

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I have a bruise the size of a baseball

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If your belt is getting caught it was implanted too low. Mine is about an inch above the belt line. Pain is just not there. I have had it donn twice now. Love it.

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I'm now in week 5. My free T went from 255 to 1294. Much more energy and libido. I was given the max dosage. Sure beats gel.

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Try asking your doctor to put you on an estrogen blocker as well, that worked for me I did testopel and it worked a little then dropped off quickly when I was put on estrogen blockers it lasted longer. Sometimes after your body has been producing low t for a while estrogen starts taking over the t actaully transforming it into estrogen, give that a try hope it helps.

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Getting 20 pellets tomorrow morning. I'm getting 20 every 4 months and I'm starting to run pretty low at around 3 1/2 months. My legs start feeling like noodles or something.

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My Doctor put me on 12 every three months. We tried 4 months and I was dragging by the end of the 4th month. He said different people use it at different rates. In my case he thinks it is due to my activity high activity level. I still think it is the best thing I did for myself in years.

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I just got 15 tablets of testopel on Wednesday May 3 2016 I am extremelt sore but getting better. Not noticing any change no horniness that the androgel gave me but that might be related to the pain. Dr said nothing to do but wait

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It usually takes me about 10 days before I feel the benefit. All people are different. You should be feeling much better soon.

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I have been told it's not covered by insurance. I go back in July for my next inj... Never felt better on this.

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Mine is covered by insurance. I also think it is the best thing I did for myself in ages.

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Tomorrow 6/10/2016 I go for my 3rd round of Testopel. I still can't find one negative. I get ten pellets which are lasting me 3 months. I am very active which is why they think I burn through it so fast.

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Went in today My T level was 418 after 3 months. I got 12 pellets inserted, and 10 hours later have no pain. I go back in 3 months, Looks like I drop 100 T points per month. That is a high rate, but Dr. thinks it is due to my high activity level. I now hike every day 3 to 5 miles, and run a few times a week. I have also added weights several times a week. This is a lot better than a year ago. I know it is the higher T levels giving me the energy and desire to get out again.

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now been 20 days, had almost no pain, and the kick as my T climbed was a welcome feeling. My mext time will be Sept 10 for 12 pellets. I am thinking about getting hime to bump it up to 14 or 16.
I did find out some insurance Companies are very slow in paying the doctor. I talked with mine, but sure it did little good. hope their slow return doesn't cause a problem later on.

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