High cortisol

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Your levels are very low 315 is in the normal range for some labs but it's

normal for a man over 100 yrs. old I don't think adrenal fatiuge will do this.

Here is a link that has testosterone levels by age.

http://www.natural-hrt.com/andropause04.html

Also your LH and FSH is low if your testis were not working your LH and FSH

would be at the top or over the top of the range. It looks to me like you may

have a Pituitary Problem. And you should have an MRI on this for your Pituitary

to rule out a tumor. I went 23 yrs. being told I am Primary my testis don't

work. After adding HCG my levels doubled so my testis work. I got sick just

after an auto accident where I had a bad head injury and this is what caused my

Pituitary to not work right. I have low Testosterone, Cortisol, Thyroid,

Aldosterone and Iron levels. I am now told all of this is due to my Pituitary.

I never felt right on TRT and looking back at my labs they were screaming a

Pituitary problem to many things were low normal. And just 2 months ago we

found out I have low Iron yet my labs once again were screaming this my blood

count was low white blood cell count, red blood cell count, hemoglobin,

hematocrit, MCV, MCH and MCNC were all low normal. WTF is

with Dr.'s they scan your labs looking for things to be blow normal not seeing

the sines of other problems that show up as low normal.

So I feel people today need to get on top of what they think is wrong and

research it.

So if you have this problem then your not going to do better until you treat

all that is off.

Here is a FAQ's on Hypopituitary I all ready sent you one on Adrenals. And

this web site STTM is dam good read the site.

http://www.stopthethyroidmadness.com/hypopituitary-faq/

Today Hypopituitary has been in the News are boys are coming home with this do

to the road side bombs shocking there heads. And the ProFootBall players are

suffering from this do to head injurys. They are sueing the legs for being

fined for useing testosterone when what is wrong is do to there jobs.

vaiisking1026 <vaiisking@...> wrote:

Hey Guys,

If someone goes on TRT, but the underlying problem wasn't low

testosterone but actually adrenal fatigue or overproduction of

cortisol...aka cushings disease or something similar, will the TRT fix

that problem? I guess what I'm asking is if testosterone regulation by

TRT will correct other adrenal problems? I am starting to suspect this

is what my initial problem is. The reason is due to that I have been

on and off testosterone treatment over the past 2 years, and can never

find stability. If I have an underlying cortisol problem, this might

explain why TRT hasn't helped me.

Also, I wouldn't want to commit to lifelong TRT if there is another

possible explanation as to why my Testosterone levels are low. My

testicles are normal sized, and my LH/FSH usually come in at normal

levels I think.

average

LH 4.0

FSH 1.6

Test 315

God Bless,

Chris

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What causes low cortisol?

My LH is 7.7 and FSH is 6.8 and Testosterone is 498 and E2 is 32.7

and my Cortisol is 7.4

The cortisol and T is low, but the rest is on the high end. My

testicles are very small, but now I am not sure, whether have my

testicles failed or my pituitary is the cause. cld u av both as a

combination? on top why is the cortisol low>?

> Hey Guys,

>

> If someone goes on TRT, but the underlying problem wasn't low

> testosterone but actually adrenal fatigue or overproduction of

> cortisol...aka cushings disease or something similar, will the TRT

fix

> that problem? I guess what I'm asking is if testosterone regulation

by

> TRT will correct other adrenal problems? I am starting to suspect

this

> is what my initial problem is. The reason is due to that I have been

> on and off testosterone treatment over the past 2 years, and can

never

> find stability. If I have an underlying cortisol problem, this might

> explain why TRT hasn't helped me.

>

> Also, I wouldn't want to commit to lifelong TRT if there is another

> possible explanation as to why my Testosterone levels are low. My

> testicles are normal sized, and my LH/FSH usually come in at normal

> levels I think.

>

> average

>

> LH 4.0

> FSH 1.6

>

> Test 315

>

> God Bless,

> Chris

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

> Co-Moderator " Don't believe anything you hear and only half of what

you see. "

> Phil

>

> ---------------------------------

> Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile.

Try it now.

>

>

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Cortisol is made from your Adrenals and you can be Primary meaning they are over

stressed and not able to make enough cortisol or you can be Seconday meaning

your Pituitary is not sending enough ACTH to your adrenals to make enough

Cortisol.

http://www.lammd.com/A3R_brief_in_doc_format/adrenal_fatigue.cfm

http://www.tuberose.com/Adrenal_Glands.html

brownsaucylicious <brownsaucylicious@...> wrote:

What causes low cortisol?

My LH is 7.7 and FSH is 6.8 and Testosterone is 498 and E2 is 32.7

and my Cortisol is 7.4

The cortisol and T is low, but the rest is on the high end. My

testicles are very small, but now I am not sure, whether have my

testicles failed or my pituitary is the cause. cld u av both as a

combination? on top why is the cortisol low>?

> Hey Guys,

>

> If someone goes on TRT, but the underlying problem wasn't low

> testosterone but actually adrenal fatigue or overproduction of

> cortisol...aka cushings disease or something similar, will the TRT

fix

> that problem? I guess what I'm asking is if testosterone regulation

by

> TRT will correct other adrenal problems? I am starting to suspect

this

> is what my initial problem is. The reason is due to that I have been

> on and off testosterone treatment over the past 2 years, and can

never

> find stability. If I have an underlying cortisol problem, this might

> explain why TRT hasn't helped me.

>

> Also, I wouldn't want to commit to lifelong TRT if there is another

> possible explanation as to why my Testosterone levels are low. My

> testicles are normal sized, and my LH/FSH usually come in at normal

> levels I think.

>

> average

>

> LH 4.0

> FSH 1.6

>

> Test 315

>

> God Bless,

> Chris

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

> Co-Moderator " Don't believe anything you hear and only half of what

you see. "

> Phil

>

> ---------------------------------

> Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Mobile.

Try it now.

>

>

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DefinitionCortisol is an essential glucocorticoid hormone, a subgroup of steroid hormones, the major hormone secreted by the adrenal

glands. Hormones are messenger substances, substances produced in one

gland or area of the body that move through the blood and stimulate

activity in other glands or areas. Glucocorticoid hormones affect

carbohydrate and protein metabolism. Steroid hormones are hormones

related to cholesterol. Hypercortisolemia refers to high amounts of circulating cortisol and may be a pathological or non-pathological condition.DescriptionPathological hypercortisolemia, or Cushing's syndrome, named after the United States surgeon, Harvey Cushing (1869–1939), may result from a lung cancer, tumor of the pituitary or adrenal glands, or from kidney failure. Nonpathological hypercortisolemia is a normal response of pregnancy, and to such traumas, as accidents or surgery (including circumcision, studies show), some forms of depression and stress.

Over time, continued exposure to trauma and stress may produce chronic

hypercortisolemia and result in serious long-term debilitating illness.Causes & SymptomsThe natural regulation of cortisol is governed by a circular feedback response system. Output is initiated when pituitary gland secretions of adrenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH) travel to and stimulate the adrenal glands located atop

the kidneys near the middle of the upper back. From the adrenals,

cortisol travels to its target tissues, initiating a series of

reactions known as the "flight-or-fight" response. Information from

these target tissues is monitored by the brain. If the messages

received tell the brain that more help is needed, the pituitary gland

is stimulated to secrete more ACTH, which stimulates increased

secretion of cortisol. The most significant feedback factor is stress.

When stress levels are reported to the brain as high, high levels of

cortisol are released in response. When stress remains high

indefinitely, cortisol levels may also remain high indefinitely,

producing a series of biochemical, physiological and even anatomical reactions.Normally, cortisol output has a diurnal and circadian rhythm,

rising in the morning, falling at night, and changing with the seasons.

Changes related to work-sleep cycles affect this rhythm, and changes in

the rhythm affect night time sleep patterns. Changes in the length of

daylight hours, blindness, and loss of consciousness also affects the

rhythm.Cortisol target tissues include:liverboneblood vesselskidneymusclebrainimmune systemLong-term exposure to cortisol, whether natural or synthetic—from such steroid drugs as prednisone, dexamethasone (Decadron), and Methylprednisone (Medrol)—may eventually result in such changes as osteoporosis,

muscle weakening and wasting, high blood pressure, increased abdominal

fat deposition, immune dysfunction, steroid-induced diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Another serious consequence may be the eventual fatigue

and failure of the adrenal glands. Cushing's syndrome classic symptoms

include, in addition to "normal" long-term symptoms, a "moon face"

(rounded), thinning of the skin accompanied by purple or pink stretch

marks and easy bruising, acne, increased facial and body hair and decreased scalp hair in women, and fatigue.DiagnosisInitial

diagnosis may be made through the office of a family practice physician

or internist on the basis of signs and symptoms, physical examination,

and lab work including testing levels of circulating cortisol. Three

types of testing are available to check cortisol levels: 24-hour urine

collection; blood testing; and, saliva sampling. The 24-hour urine

collection test is done at home beginning after the first urination of

the morning and finishing after the first urination of the following

day. This test can be done on infants. No special preparation is

necessary. The test is described as not uncomfortable. Special

considerations were reported to include emotional or physical stress

and medications: lithium,

diuretics, estrogen, tricyclic antidepressants, ketoconazole, and

glucocorticoids. Blood testing requires a visit to a lab, where blood

is drawn and then analyzed. This test can be performed on infants,

children and adults. Preparation for the test may include

discontinuation of medications similar to those medications listed

above, as advised by one's healthcare provider. Some people experience pain

or trauma with blood drawing, which may affect test results. Results

may also be affected by the timing of the blood draw, since cortisol

normally varies rhythmically. Risks of a blood test include bruising,

pain, excessive bleeding, infection, fainting or the need for multiple

punctures. Saliva sampling is done at home by collecting four samples

at specific times of day. Unlike the urine collection method that

produces a daily average, or the blood test that produces a single-spot

sampling, saliva sampling produces a time-wave pattern for a more

amplified diagnosis. Preparation includes discontinuation of

medications listed with the other two methods, as well as a short list

of foods and drinks, antacids, tooth brushing, and smoking prior to sampling. Cost comparisons were not reported. Test results may suggest followup care with an endocrinologist, who is a specialist in glandular and hormonally related disease, for further testing and diagnosis.TreatmentPreventive alternative care may focus on stress reduction primarily. Since stress may be induced by emotional demands, dietary

and nutritional imbalances, subclinical illness (illness which may not

have fully shown itself), and physical inactivity, an

alternative-minded medical doctor, a licensed naturopathic

physician, or other professional alternative healthcare provider may

first work to reestablish balance through lifestyle changes specific to

individual need. Treatment may include counseling; dietary and

nutritional therapies; energy therapies, such as Reiki, tai-chi, qi gong, chakra balancing or Healing Touch; Traditional chinese medicine, including chinese herbals and acupuncture; chiropractic; Ayurvedic medicine; environmental medicine; homeopathy; relaxation therapy; biofeedback; craniosacral work; massage; exercise therapies; shamanism; and faith-based therapies, including prayer, meditation, yoga and other spiritual exercises. Dietary

supplement products to block cortisol or correct underlying dietary and

nutritional insufficiencies are also being advertised. Assistance from

a professional healthcare provider is recommended.Allopathic TreatmentInitial allopathic

care may focus on antidepressants, hypoglycemics (drugs that lower

blood sugar), sedatives, or anti-hypertensives (drugs that lower blood

pressure), medications to correct underlying or related imbalances.

Discontinuance of such steroidal medications as prednisone,

dexamethasone (Decadron), and methylprednisone (Medrol)

may be warranted or advised. Treatment may also include higher protein

recommendations to combat muscle wasting, or therapies which support

kidney function.PrognosisIn hypercortisolemia

that has not progressed to serious disease, prognosis may be very good

when committed changes in lifestyle are made. The prognosis may be

further improved when medications are avoided which either intensify

the imbalance, or overlook or disguise an underlying cause, thereby

adding further stress. In Cushing's syndrome, or where

hypercortisolemia has progressed to chronic disease, prognosis may be

complicated by a need for difficult surgery, chemotherapy, or

radiation. Follow up supplemental administration of cortisol may be

required. Where surgery or other direct control of adrenal output is

not an option, administration of cortisol output suppressing

medications may be necessary.PreventionGiven

that stress is the single most influential feedback signal to the

brain, a reasonable conclusion is that stress reduction is the single

most influential prevention. Lifestyle changes, strategies, and

therapies that reduce or eliminate stress, directly by reducing burden,

or indirectly by improving underlying health, are key. One theory in

medicine is that if preventive intervention can be made before an organ

or gland is exhausted, especially if supportive, strengthening or

tonifying remedies and therapies are also employed, good health can be

restored, and a higher quality of life preserved.ResourcesBooksBerne, M., and N. Levy, Bruce M. Koeppen, Bruce A. Stanton. Physiology, 4th ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby, Inc., 1998.Ferri, Fred. Ferri's Clinical Advisor, Instant Diagnosis and Treatment. St. Louis, MO:Mosby, Inc., 2003.Ganong, F. Review of Medical Physiology, 18th ed. Stromford, CT: Appleton & Lange. 2003.OtherBall, . "Hypercortisolemia Cited in Link Between Depression and Cardiovascular Disorders." Psychosomatic Medicine April 9, 2002. [Cited May 5, 2004]. ."Glucocorticoid Hormones." UCSF Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism. March 24, 2000 [Cited May 5, 2004]. .Gunnar, R. et al. "The Effects of Circumcision on Serum Cortisol and Behavior." Psychoneuroendocrinology. February 23, 1981. [Cited May 5, 2004]. .Gur,

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