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Hi,
I was recently told that my platelet count was high and I could have a Heart attack or stroke.
After reading this, I wondered what most bodybuilders, who are on high doses do about this:
While on TRT patients need to be monitored very closely due to the increased the risk of thrombosis and stroke. Increased testosterone has also been shown to cause polycythemia, an increase in red blood cells, resulting in an increase in blood viscosity. If this occurs patients on the therapy need to lower their dosage or discontinue treatment. However, another option is to donate blood on a regular basis. This donation would be categorized as a therapeutic phlebotomy and is a special donation that requires physician approval.
Can anyone share their experience and suggestions as to what to do about it?
Thank You
I was recently told that my platelet count was high and I could have a Heart attack or stroke.
After reading this, I wondered what most bodybuilders, who are on high doses do about this:
While on TRT patients need to be monitored very closely due to the increased the risk of thrombosis and stroke. Increased testosterone has also been shown to cause polycythemia, an increase in red blood cells, resulting in an increase in blood viscosity. If this occurs patients on the therapy need to lower their dosage or discontinue treatment. However, another option is to donate blood on a regular basis. This donation would be categorized as a therapeutic phlebotomy and is a special donation that requires physician approval.
Can anyone share their experience and suggestions as to what to do about it?
Thank You