03/21/2024
💉 Unpopular opinion and possibly triggering for those dealing with roid rage, but it needs to be said loud and clear: THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY AND ANABOLIC STEROID ABUSE!
If your healthcare provider has you cruising at supra-physiologic testosterone levels of 1200-1600 or HIGHER, and has you popping multiple other drugs like Deca Durabolin, Anastrozole/Letrazole, Insulin and "blood letting" to counteract the myriad of side effects – high blood pressure, increased LDL (“bad” cholesterol), plummeting HDL (“good” cholesterol), high hematocrit ( # of red blood cells in the blood), roller-coaster mood swings, liver damage, fluid retention, joint pain, acne, to name a few – and to top it off, they're keeping you on this cocktail without regularly monitoring ALL your necessary blood values because it simply makes you "feel good" and you're seeing "better muscle growth," then I'm asking you to reconsider your healthcare provider before they potentially lead you down a very risky and possibly life threatening path.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a legitimate medical intervention aimed at restoring hormone levels to within a normal physiological range. It's carefully monitored, adjusted based on individual needs, and primarily geared towards alleviating symptoms associated with hormone deficiencies.
On the other hand, anabolic steroid abuse involves the misuse and overuse of synthetic testosterone or related compounds to achieve supraphysiologic levels. This practice often comes with a laundry list of detrimental side effects, as I've outlined above, which can have serious implications for your health and well-being.
Remember, feeling good and achieving muscle growth should never come at the expense of your long-term health. So, if your provider isn't prioritizing your overall well-being and safety by closely monitoring your hormone levels and health markers, and keeping you in a healthy range, it's high time to seek out a new healthcare provider who truly has your best interests at heart.
Your health is not a game – it's your MOST VALUABLE ASSET. Don't gamble with it.
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