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I Noah Thomas, the creator of this channel, have been diagnosed hypogonadism by a medical doctor and legally prescribed the medically indicated treatment of Testosterone Replacement Therapy.

My Story

My name is Noah and on May 18 2011, I had a rare reaction to a medication called VIVITROL and consequently, spiraled into a suicidal depression with depersonalization and anxiety. I lost 25 lbs in 4 weeks and was in full panic or near panic for 8 weeks straight mixed with the darkest most painful depression I cold have ever imagined. I immediately could not work and had to move in with my parents who, along with many siblings and friends, had to watch me 24/7 as I was a danger to myself. Eventually I was hospitalized in the Psych Ward for a week. Getting through each day seemed truly unbearable and I knew I would surely die. I have been put on many many different doctor prescribed SSRI's SNRI's Tricyclics, mood stabilizers, anti-psychotics, holistic meds, acupuncture and even a form of shock therapy called RTMS. I barely saw any improvement in my condition for a full year. It was decided I had treatment resistant depression and I spent nearly every moment in tears. Weeks after starting my newest round of medications (Seroquel & Nortryptaline) as a last ditch effort, I had my blood drawn for possible hormone imbalances and my Testosterone levels came back 200 ng/Dl and 150 ng/Dl. The average 25 year old male has 750 ng/Dl. With this discovery I had an explanation as to why I was not getting better and why I might be so so sick. The symptoms of Low T are very similar to those of major depression. I started legally prescribed testosterone replacement therapy soon after and have been checking in with the world and documenting my experience with treatment as well as giving my insight and perspective on various topics of mental health. I am blessed to say that I have slowly, over the last 6 years, been improving and becoming more stable which I never thought to be possible. My low T manifested itself in the form of Major depression, anxiety, and depersonalization/ derealization for over a year. Treating my low testosterone has been 1 HUGE part of the puzzle but I have had to continue to work hard to hold on to my mental stability with many set backs. Gaining some mental stability back is nothing short of a miracle as I was near death for what felt like forever. I do not consider myself to be totally healed yet but I am closer now then ever before and aim to use what I have been through to help or at least offer support to others in need I was able to successfully come off my Seroquel and Pamelor.

I work out all the time as a part of my mental health recovery!!! Weight training and all kinds of cardio rule much of my free time and I also share this on my channel.

Noah Thomas (bignoknow) is an affiliate of LetsGetChecked

[felttipprick]

It's been almost a year on 160 test split in half, twice weekly injections. Very few side effects at all. I usually come in around 950, which I think is high, but my blood work, health markers, and blood pressure are the best they've ever been. We've had a couple of conversations over the years, and it's all been civil. You are particularly level headed, and I could learn a lot from that. I won my first powerlifting competition for teens 16 - 19 in my state, at 16 years old, with 1150 total in three lifts. I have video proof. Blows my mind to watch. I became a 10+ year heroin addict, and hardcore alcoholic and smoker for 20 years. I'm 50 now. Genetics and determination are what I tell anyone fighting the good fight with fitness and health goals. If you don't have the genetics, you'll need a truckload of determination to achieve your goals. Your videos are always a go to for me - even and especially older ones. You single handedly have the best channel for trt discussion, and honest mental health awareness. - Fred

[dexedrne]

very good video, short, to the point and very encouraging!

[HumanAction]

Ive discussed TRT with my doctor and go in for testing in a few weeks came across a video of yours from 4 years ago when you were 6 weeks into therapy. Scrolled through your videos and the physical transformation is pretty incredible. You also look like you're in a very good place mentally.
Definitely good to see.
Congratulations to you.

[phil]

that thumbnail tho .... perfection 🔥🔥🔥😜😜

[nicoventer]

I'm on 400mg a month now and on my 3 month now, loosing weight like crazy I'm quite overweight, I have been low for a long time before I found the right doctor and was diagnosed with low test. it has changed my life, and I have not felt better that I do now. Was depressed and on anti-depressants for about 3 years, sleeping tablets high blood pressure and no libido at all to the point where my wife was starting to think it was either I'm cheating on her or I don't find her attractive anymore and she is hot believe me. I no longer take any medication I don't need it and I have changed to the person I was 15 years ago, I feel like I'm 20 again with tons of energy, motivated and my life has turned around for the better.

[waltermaul]

How long till your libido got better man and is it still good and did shbg ever move up or down and effect you?

[Senseslol]

I’m already pretty lean and built. I just pinned for the first time today. What should I expect?

[fredtaylor]

Shout out from Pittsburgh. I see that hat. Just started TRT. Had blood tests done and doing this the right way. I’m 40 in fairly good condition. On 1ml injection a week. Also taking the same day an estrogen pill to balance that out and also a 1/4 of a pill for DHL. I could be wrong with those 3 letters but I’m new to this lol. It’s to prevent the side effects like hair loss, acne etc…Years past when I would take just over the counter supplements like creatine and protein, it would t take me long to bulk up. Just my dna 🧬 I guess. With diet and exercise should I start feeling a difference the first few injections? Great content and thanks.

[aaronoconnor]

Question. 48 in January - gym rat last 15yrs — started at 147lbs 6’ tall hit 229lbs at my largest, natural but eating like a bear — honestly 192lbs is my current weight and it’s easier to maintain some abs and stick in the 180-190 range — my t is at 308, I start try next week - I’ve always been 100% natural.

Several gym buddies my age and older are on TRT and love it.

My question - I’ll be doing 140mg split into 2 days a week — doc overseeing it suggested SQ but my colleagues prefer IM.
I’m a nerd my wife is an md/PhD we discuss…

My mild apnea and bad habits on not enough water consumption- working on it - anyway hemocrit level is 47 but I want to keep it lower - same with esto levels — I’ve heard SQ and 2x week help w/ this —- hmmm I think I want IM to ensure pharmacokinetics are best utilized aka it doesn’t stay trapped in fat cells too long based on 1/2 life — think I’m over thinking it?

I saw you vid about clomid - determined you’re a thoughtful guy— hence me asking.

[TexasTimelapse]

Just subscribed. What an interesting channel.
Literally about an hour ago I took my first injection. When I turned 35, something changed one day. I've been fighting depression, anxiety, no motivation, lethargy, zero sex drive and insomnia for 15 years. After being on just about every antidepressant and anti anxiety medication there is, a few months ago I asked my doctor to check my testosterone levels. My testosterone was at 157 and free was at 32 both tests. I've had all kinds of blood work done over the years trying to figure out what's wrong with me. Never once did they check my testosterone levels. I hope this is what my body has been looking for because I'm done with the pills every doctor wants to give me.

[jeyravili]

This is actually convenient for me because I'm about to start TRT, will definitely give this a listen

[kinsalesocial]

is the topical gel / cream the same? I can't take injections due to DVTs (not from steroid abuse) in my legs

[MrJimmypops]

I had my second blood test done it came back at 256 the first was 294.. looks like I need TRT. Any thoughts?

[hewhoknocks]

When your mood starts to get better does it go back down

I heard that was a honey moon fase

[winstonbrown]

I don't do TRT (yet) but I study hormones and their roles. For someone bordering on cushings syndrome/high cortisol, TRT would transform your health like a magic bullet. If hormones are all balanced, it might not have that profound of an effect at first, but with the right combination of things it's probably a strong catalyst.

[JamesBonomolo]

I’m getting pellets tomo what are you thoughts. Went to urologist in NYC

[JoXolah]

I appreciate this. I've been on T-Gel for a few weeks and I've been blogging pretty much everything I'm feeling. I keep attributing the micro changes I've been making to TRT and then questioning if it is the TRT because I didn't know and I have no one to talk to about it that would know. I feel better now having some more perspective on how long the major changes could take to be noticeable. I think every guy that needs TRT is hoping for more muscle and weight loss and I'm no different in that respect. I opt'd for TRT because I'm 45 and have zero and I do mean zero drive to do anything. All the ideas, none of the get up and go to do it with.

[retroplays]

Hey, i just realised i have low testosterone, i mean i figured, but i have every symptom, it makes me sad honestly to talk about. Im 21 and i have no sex drive, i eat extremely clean, no sugar, very little processed foods, only drink water, and i just feel not good, my body aches and i have zero energy, im depressed and wanna start my own buisness but its hard to when i feel so bad, im not sure if i should start trt, im gonna get tested tomorrow so ill see what levels mine are at, is there any way to fix low testosterone? I definitely feel less of a man, its honesty horrible i am miserable even tho i eat fantastic, and i excercise a good amount, i work 40 hours a week so i walk enough i think, its hard to push myself at the gym, i try my hardest and i am barley sore, i did this challenge where i did 160 pushups a day which honestly isnt that much for i think 2 weeks or something, no gain, no muscle whatsoever, if anyone has any solutions please tell me, im so young and im scared im gonna get on trt and the goverment is gonna crash and i wont be able to dose anymore, sorry this is so long, i just need help, i dont know what to do, please if you have any inputs tell me, at this point i think ive done something wrong,

[ilovemykdc]

Just started my first shot this week. prescribed 160mg per week. 0.4ml 2x per week

[Shirt]

I just got my testosterone level checked I'm 281 Is that low enough take T ?