Testosterone for old guys

Discussion in 'Driver Health' started by Okieron, Jan 23, 2012.

  1. 2009GMC

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    It's for a couple herniated discs and facet joint arthritis. I don't know how long it will last but it's good so far. Been about three weeks now.
     
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  3. Okieron

    Okieron Crusty Okie

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    I had one of those and was fine then on the second one it caused a code blue and if you have seen any medical shows you know that's not good. scared me and the doctor so I didn't do anymore. I'll live with the discomfort its better than death.
     
  4. Okieron

    Okieron Crusty Okie

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    T shots go in the thigh or butt. I'll have to my leg I can't twist enough to do the butt thing. I also have to lose some weight that seems to be easier with the t shots also. so they say. I'll let you guys know how it goes I believe tomorrow is the big day for first shot.
     
  5. CondoCruiser

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    I've heard different stories. It's a 50/50 fix. There are three monthly shots and a few told me by the third it didn't work anymore.

    The 4 minute office consultation costs me over $400. Not just the needles, I was scared of the costs too. I lost my health insurance at that time.

    My mother and a friend had discs removed and the bone fused. It made both of them worse. I'll just live with it. They ain't nobody touching my back.
     
  6. Okieron

    Okieron Crusty Okie

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    That was me my doctor told me if he fused them I couldn't tie my own shoes! so I just live with it was really doing good until lately, but I think my weight gain is what is causing a lot of my troubles
     
  7. 2009GMC

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    I've had a couple nerve root blocks too. I understand about the price. It was costing me $350 every two weeks. Sometimes I wonder are they really trying to fix it or just keep you coming back every few weeks. I'm not totally fixed but I haven't had a pain pill or muscle relaxer in almost 2 weeks. I consider that a big improvement. I have seen a neurosurgeon and he said the same thing you are saying about the surgery-might work,might not. I am also trying to drop a few pounds. I think that will help.
     
  8. Big Don

    Big Don "Old Fart"

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    It effects different folks in different ways. There definitely is such a thing as "Roid Rage." It won't usually manifest unless there is steroid abuse. But it CAN happen.


    I've had two epidurals. The first time, I was semi-sedated, (no, I DON'T mean I was run over by a truck. . .) and it was not bad at all.

    I've got sciatic nerve problems stemming from growths on the spine. Growths have been removed, but the nerve damage is still there.

    The second epidural I had was done in a different facility and I was given NOTHING prior to the procedure. I will NEVER do that again.

    However, the epidural has worked in both instances. It was about three years between them, and has been a couple of years since the last one. I'll probably have to get it done again in a few months though, as that nerve is bugging me again. . .
     
  9. d o g

    d o g Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    To help you celebrate the big day, maybe we can get Mastertech to change your personal title from 'Road Train Member' to 'Woody.' :lol:
     
  10. Winkjr

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    Yeah I'm interested in this topic I have been pursuing this also my tests for testosterone has been low but I never followed up on it I guess maybe I should.
     
  11. Okieron

    Okieron Crusty Okie

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    well didn't make it today got a dang fever and flu so it will be a few days. Low T can be a real problem I have been reading like crazy and it can do some real damage. If its low look into it. I;m having real concerns about sticking myself, but the benefits are supposed to be worth it.
     
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