synthol & calves

[jck241]

I just started injecting synthol into my calves (actually something called EsikClean from pump n pose. com). I have injected 1 ml per day into the left for 7 days now, and have just started 1 ml/day on the right.

So far the difference is minimal, but it has definately boosted my confidence in that area. I am one of those with terribly thin legs, compounded by my hiv + status, who is very well developed everywhere else,,,,so to me, I look ridiculous. Ive been hideously self-conscious wearing shorts for almost all of my 38 years.

Does anyone have experience with this? am I using the right brand?? are there any long-term side effects?

My doctor knows I am doing this, but says that while he can't endorse or administer it, he does see why I (mentally) need to do this. He has schooled me in the proper injection technique.

So far, all I have experienced is muscle pain in the calves...worst on the 1st day, but gradually subsiding after that, (because the muscle expands I suppose, it becomes not as tight). The actual injection itself is NOT painful and all seems to be going "so far, so good"

however I would like to hear any stories or experiences that you might have on the subject. I prefer positive information, but I will take anything I can get. Thank you jc

 

[alanchiras]

I'll give this a shot (pun intended)! First of all, this product does not build LBM - it is plastic surgery that you are self-adminstring. It's track record is that when it works, it works well to give the illusion of bulking but it only works well in about half the paitents who use it. For those that is does work for, booster shots will be needed now and then because it is eventually absorbed into the body. And since it is a new product, not much is known about long term side effects. Now, I personally have just the oppisite problem that you do - I have a great set of legs and twigs for arms. You may want to take a good, hard look at your workout routine and lifestyle when it comes to your leg development. I ran X-country in high school (and did the 100 yard dash down the halls when persued by bullies.) I also played a lot of soccer for the local Gay team in Boston at mid-field (the position with the most running involved). You need to get to know your Smith machine at your local gym (squats are my favorite exercise). Look, I realise that self image is very important to PWA's, so this subject is more than just vaniety - it can be about good mental health. If you are on triple dose therapy, you should consider avoiding the so called D drugs (ddi,ddc,d4t) as they could bring on lipodristry(sp) and lipoatrophy. As a PWA, you are in virgin terriorty here. There are other types of plastic surgeory here. Calf implants are not unheard of and they will not decrease in size over time. I hope you report to the board here on your continued use of synthol - good or bad. Thanks and good luck to you my friend.