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At Newson Clinic our patients tell us that they experience low mood, anxiety, irritability, physical fatigue, memory loss, insomnia, hot flushes, joint pains, and urinary complaints including incontinence which we know can be a sign of low testosterone in women.
Testosterone is an important hormone for women. It’s best known for influencing libido but it also helps to maintain muscle and bone strength, contributes to mental sharpness and clarity, and helps with your overall mood and energy levels.
During perimenopause and menopause, levels of testosterone fall. You may find that you desire sex less often and when you do have sex, it’s not as enjoyable as it used to be. Other symptoms of low testosterone in women include low mood, anxiety, irritability, physical fatigue, memory loss, insomnia, hot flushes, joint pains, and urinary complaints including incontinence.
Yes, premenopausal women produce both testosterone and oestrogen physiologically. Androgens – or sex hormones – including testosterone, are essential for the development and maintenance of female sexual anatomy and physiology and the modulation of sexual behaviour.
Yes, low testosterone levels in women can contribute to anxiety. Testosterone plays a role in regulating mood, and low levels may lead to feelings of anxiety and nervousness.
A woman may suspect low testosterone if she experiences symptoms such as decreased libido, fatigue, loss of muscle mass, mood swings, and difficulty concentrating. However, diagnosing low testosterone requires a blood test to measure testosterone levels.
A woman may suspect low testosterone if she experiences symptoms such as decreased libido, fatigue, loss of muscle mass, mood swings, and difficulty concentrating. However, diagnosing low testosterone requires a blood test to measure testosterone levels.
Testosterone gel is often preferred for women because it allows for precise dosing and easy application. It is applied daily to the skin, usually on the thigh or upper arm. However, the choice of testosterone formulation should be based on individual needs and preferences, and it’s important to consult a healthcare provider for personalised advice.
Taking a testosterone booster can potentially lead to an imbalance in hormone levels, causing side effects such as acne, oily skin, increased facial and body hair growth, menstrual irregularities, and mood changes. Women need to consult a healthcare professional before considering testosterone supplementation.
Our patients tell us that in addition to improved libido, testosterone can help improve menopause-related symptoms such as anxiety, brain fog, fatigue and exercise tolerance.
NICE menopause guidelines recommend testosterone if you are experiencing low sex drive and HRT alone is not helping.
A testosterone appointment is a shorter (up to 25 minutes), lower cost appointment with a clinician that focuses purely on your suitability for testosterone and the likely benefits of adding it to your existing HRT regime.
You must already be using body identical HRT, patches, gels or spray. This appointment will be to discuss testosterone only and therefore if you are not yet established on HRT you are not eligible for this appointment.
We usually recommend blood tests before your first appointment for your testosterone level and often for other tests to exclude other causes for your symptoms. Blood tests can be arranged close to home or via a home visit. To book a blood test please call our clinic on 01789 595004.
