In this final episode of my Menopause Awareness Month mini-series, we’re tackling a question I hear almost daily: Does testosterone replacement really help women? The answer is yes — absolutely, when it’s prescribed and monitored by a clinician experienced in midlife hormone therapy. Here’s what’s important to understand: both men and women have testosterone — the difference is in the amount, not the presence. On average, women have about one-tenth the testosterone of men at a similar age. Beyond its well-known role in sexual desire (particularly for women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder, or HSDD), optimized testosterone supports a wide range of systems that often decline during midlife.
Adequate levels can:
✨ Enhance muscle mass and protect bone density
✨ Improve mood, motivation, and cognitive clarity
✨ Support deeper, more restorative sleep
If you’re wondering whether testosterone might help you, consider these three simple screening questions:
✅ Did your sex drive use to be better?
✅ Do you wish it were better?
✅ Is that change causing you distress or relationship strain?
If you answered “yes” to these, it’s worth checking your levels.
For most women, healthy ranges fall around 50–100 ng/dL — but what truly matters is how you feel, not just the number. This episode explains how we safely restore testosterone to optimal levels and why individualized, physician-guided therapy makes all the difference.
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