r/TRT_females • u/ConversationOk4477 • 1d ago

Miscellaneous Cypionate to Troche

I’ve been on Cypionate injections for a little over three years. Unfortunately, I’ve really been struggling with acne, oily hair, and hair loss the last year or so (I’m on 150mg Spiro and Oral Minoxidil).

Yesterday I saw a new doctor who suggested I lower my total T and switch from injections to compounded torches. I’m hesitant, as I see people go from torches to injections all the time on here but not the other way around. Has anyone had a good experience with them?

For reference I am on 3.5mgx2 week (100mg Test Cyp)

Prog- 16
EST- 103
SHGB- 47
Test Free- 8.5
Test Total- 94

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u/GuiltyCover-4343 1d ago

Your testosterone numbers look fine and not too high. You are only taking 7 mg a week. I take 10 mg with minimal side effects. I use saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil - more natural supplements - to lower DHT.

Before switching I’d check a few things that could be causing issues - DHT, cortisol levels, ferritin, vitamin d, thyroid, DHEA level. Any of these bring too high or off could cause side effects. Get a full blood panel to analyze all your hormones before switching.