I take testosterone too.. There is no higher Libido, but it works antidepressive, gives me more focus, good mood, beautiful skin, helps me against muscle loss. Testosterone ist very important for me, it changed my live in a positive way ❤️
I am having the same experience with testosterone. Totally lifted me out of depression and low motivation/brain fog. I get so much done everyday now and finally all the working out I do shows!
15 years without hormones and I am 2 inches shorter, haven’t had sex in 20 years, have osteopenia, incontinence, and weight loss. Plus I’m widowed now after 38 yrs of marriage. My generation definitely missed out on many good years due to the lack of good research on hormone therapy.
Regarding the notion of not testing for testosterone. It only makes sense to set the goal of a blood level showing free testosterone similar to the level present during a woman’s thirties. Partly because this is when we are functioning well- full of energy and clarity of thought, full of motivation, a zest for life, full of a desire to plan for the future and enjoying a healthy interest in the bedroom. But also partly because testosterone is critical for bone health, brain health and heart health. There is increasing data that suggests it may play a protective effect against autoimmune disorders, and dementia. Get on testosterone. It is just as critical as is estrogen and progesterone.
Thank you 💛 I wonder why hormone products are expensive to buy. Are they also expensive to produce, or is there a big mark-up? I'm in the UK and so we have NHS prescriptions, but interestingly the most affluent areas have the highest number of HRT prescriptions, so cost isn't the only factor. But if it were inexpensive, it would be easier for women to access privately if not getting anywhere with their GP. Good discussion, Dr Casperson is such a good force for women 🤩xx
When my wife entered menopause pain sex became painful. She went to her OBGYN and was just told use more lube. No physical exam no discussion of hormones. Nothing. She quit having intercourse with me. I felt heartbroken and died a little each day. She saw a physician that specializes in treating post menopausal woman and will be doing hormone replacement therapy so that we can recover the intimacy we lost.
I believe that we have to fight misogynistic thinking on women health even in our medical care system !!! 😤Thanks from 🇬🇷Dr Kelly Gasperson you make me feel stronger ❤❤
What about SHBG increase when starting androfem? Also mood swings. I do feel happier sometimes but then really anxious. Thankyou for your videos. I've been on androfem low dose .03 for 3 weeks
Ok I understand the labs thing, but to a degree there has to be a general understanding of where the average population of women feel at their peak. Because symptoms like fatigue and brain fog etc can have other causes. If a woman comes in complaining of fatigue but has a testosterone of 80 then maybe checking for other causes is warranted. I had a doc give me pellets and my T shot up to 215. My hair fell out (never recovered yet and I'm 9 months post pellet), my boobs shrank, and I was so angry all the time. I did pellets for 6 months and I have no idea what my ideal range is. Pellets are horrible for women cause they shoot your T high and fast and then they plummet. They sucked for my husband too. Maybe if I could have done creams which would keep the T more steady I could have found an ideal range. But my doc just did pellets - which I suspect was bc he was making bank off of the pellets.
It is not too late to begin on the cream form. Start at a low dose and work up if you choose. So beneficial for brain, bones and possible prevention of breast cancer.
I talked to a clinic recently who said most women feel their best in the 100-200 range/testosterone blood levels. Also by listening the the book, The New Menopause , I heard that the supplement saw palmetto helps with the conversion of testosterone to DHT (I think that's the name) which is where you experience bad body odor and hair loss for both men and women. I found this podcast incredible and I don't mean to step on anyone's toes here if my input is misguided but I do sincerely want to help :) best of luck on our journey as women
Testosterone is a brain 🧠 hormone 😳 good to know First I heard it improves mood 👀 alleviates depression improves clarity of thought ...Sounds like Testosterone is worth its weight in gold just for mental acquity, improved memory, concentration and Focus 🤓👌🏼
I am so grateful to my young doctor, here in Portugal, who is happy to prescribe HRT - including Testosterone - when I am 68. I use a compounding pharmacy for it. Didn’t help libido but, it is helping my confidence. But, here you need to see an Anti-aging Specialist. 😝
I just had a conversation last week with my OB/GYN and she told me no I would not be a good candidate for HRT because I am eight is postmenopausal and my age is 63. The risks outweigh the benefits. I was heartbroken I was devastated. I wanted to start HRT mainly for the health benefits Menopause transition has been fairly smooth. I major complaints were sleep body aches and fatigue brain fog and low sex drive . But her answer to me was your body is used to not having hormones so it’s not a good idea. She did offer me testosterone at taking a blood test to see my levels. Any thoughts on this, 😢
The s3x talk is essential. Post menopause is the time of our lives when most of us cis couples def don't have to worry about getting pregnant , don't have to be waking up to little kids and can be enjoying a second honeymoon with our partners (if we have one)
Really helpful video: thanks! I’m 59 and have been on transdermal oestradiol (with Mirena IUS) since I was 48. I’m a former athlete and used to have such good muscle mass. But I’ve lost muscle, despite strength training over recent years. I’d like to try a physiological dose of testosterone to regain muscle and maintain my bone mass. But to do so in the UK I have to argue that I want testosterone for low libido, which is untrue.
Very interesting, we all should be so lucky to have a doctor like Kelly, but the sound was bad and kept cutting in and out and pretty choppy. I’m right there with you…..I have no desire/interest what so ever. Addyi is available in Canada but my understanding is that it is recommended for use in women before menopause. I’ve been told that testosterone for women is best from a compounded pharmacy.
I know we shouldn't focus on lab work but what if your total testosterone is within range but your free testosterone is extremely low. If you go on testosterone cream will that increase the total T or the free T that is extremely low?
I wonder if rubbing testosterone into one's scalp would help those with thinning hair? I've never shaved as I've never had much hair, but since having a hysterectomy, my mane has also taken leave of absence. I'm in Australia fighting my gp to get testosterone or even test for it.
Dr. Kelly, you make everything sound like common sense 👏 I've been on vaginal estrogen for a couple of years, starting E&P as soon as my doc calls it in and want testosterone. And it's a YES for the SEX talk for me!!! Thanks ❤
Oh what a wonderful video! I can't wait to get back to feeling like my horny self again. I'm 40 years old and started about three weeks ago on estrogen gel, as well as testosterone gel and 2 weeks on 2 weeks off progesterone. I'm going low and slow on the dosage like you recommend. Still haven't noticed much return of throbbing in my clitoris throughput the day reminding me it's time for attention but I'm hoping after 2 to 3 months I see an increase. After three months do you reevaluate your patients to see if they might need a slight increase in gel amount? Part of my IDENTITY is having a high level of sexual desires and hate not CRAVING sex and orgasms.
The numbers of estradiol vs testosterone are so confusing. If you convert testosterone to make it the same (units of measurement) as estrogen, you have to take testosterone x10 correct? Even if the testosterone looks "normal" it could be low in comparison to estrogen correct?
It would be great if you could direct us to the papers that show long term safety. You mentioned there are papers that show long term safety for transgender men. Could you post the link? Thank you
What about a woman who has had an ablation at age 43, she is now 63, how does the ablation affect going through menopause, is the same effects as having a hysterectomy?
I take testosterone too.. There is no higher Libido, but it works antidepressive, gives me more focus, good mood, beautiful skin, helps me against muscle loss. Testosterone ist very important for me, it changed my live in a positive way ❤️
I am having the same experience with testosterone. Totally lifted me out of depression and low motivation/brain fog. I get so much done everyday now and finally all the working out I do shows!
@opheliazen TY for sharing
Gr8 testimonials 👌🏼
Why is prescription Testosterone so difficult to get ?
That’s so amazing! How did it help your skin?
@@RubySlays297 I have more glowy and firm skin since I started with testosterone❤️
15 years without hormones and I am 2 inches shorter, haven’t had sex in 20 years, have osteopenia, incontinence, and weight loss. Plus I’m widowed now after 38 yrs of marriage. My generation definitely missed out on many good years due to the lack of good research on hormone therapy.
Go get on hormones! It is life saving and life changing.
I am so sorry! There is still time!
❤
It is not too late!
It’s not too late!
Regarding the notion of not testing for testosterone. It only makes sense to set the goal of a blood level showing free testosterone similar to the level present during a woman’s thirties. Partly because this is when we are functioning well- full of energy and clarity of thought, full of motivation, a zest for life, full of a desire to plan for the future and enjoying a healthy interest in the bedroom. But also partly because testosterone is critical for bone health, brain health and heart health. There is increasing data that suggests it may play a protective effect against autoimmune disorders, and dementia. Get on testosterone. It is just as critical as is estrogen and progesterone.
Yes, very important discussion.
Agreed!
🎉❤👏🙌"Getting women to feel better is my drug." Dr. Kelly Casperson
It is!
@@kellycaspersonmdgrateful for you! 🫶
Love love love this interview. Kelly is the best!
Thank you 💛
I wonder why hormone products are expensive to buy. Are they also expensive to produce, or is there a big mark-up? I'm in the UK and so we have NHS prescriptions, but interestingly the most affluent areas have the highest number of HRT prescriptions, so cost isn't the only factor. But if it were inexpensive, it would be easier for women to access privately if not getting anywhere with their GP.
Good discussion, Dr Casperson is such a good force for women 🤩xx
Dr.Kelly Casperson is a breath of fresh air 🤓 Her book sounds like an intelligent informative and relatable read. Looking forward to it 👌🏼😎😍 Cheers
Thank you!
When my wife entered menopause pain sex became painful. She went to her OBGYN and was just told use more lube. No physical exam no discussion of hormones. Nothing. She quit having intercourse with me. I felt heartbroken and died a little each day. She saw a physician that specializes in treating post menopausal woman and will be doing hormone replacement therapy so that we can recover the intimacy we lost.
Thank you❤
Very informative, I’d be up for the sec ed session!
@lizanneward1484 here's the link to my Adult Sex Ed Course! kellycaspersonmd.com/adult-sex-ed/
Stay tuned!
Omg Dr Kelly is so wonderful why ant I find a Dr like her 😫
I believe that we have to fight misogynistic thinking on women health even in our medical care system !!! 😤Thanks from 🇬🇷Dr Kelly Gasperson you make me feel stronger ❤❤
I got you!
What about SHBG increase when starting androfem? Also mood swings. I do feel happier sometimes but then really anxious. Thankyou for your videos. I've been on androfem low dose .03 for 3 weeks
Ok I understand the labs thing, but to a degree there has to be a general understanding of where the average population of women feel at their peak. Because symptoms like fatigue and brain fog etc can have other causes. If a woman comes in complaining of fatigue but has a testosterone of 80 then maybe checking for other causes is warranted. I had a doc give me pellets and my T shot up to 215. My hair fell out (never recovered yet and I'm 9 months post pellet), my boobs shrank, and I was so angry all the time. I did pellets for 6 months and I have no idea what my ideal range is. Pellets are horrible for women cause they shoot your T high and fast and then they plummet. They sucked for my husband too. Maybe if I could have done creams which would keep the T more steady I could have found an ideal range. But my doc just did pellets - which I suspect was bc he was making bank off of the pellets.
It is not too late to begin on the cream form. Start at a low dose and work up if you choose. So beneficial for brain, bones and possible prevention of breast cancer.
I talked to a clinic recently who said most women feel their best in the 100-200 range/testosterone blood levels. Also by listening the the book, The New Menopause , I heard that the supplement saw palmetto helps with the conversion of testosterone to DHT (I think that's the name) which is where you experience bad body odor and hair loss for both men and women. I found this podcast incredible and I don't mean to step on anyone's toes here if my input is misguided but I do sincerely want to help :) best of luck on our journey as women
What is the name of testosterone cream for men?
Testosterone is a brain 🧠 hormone 😳 good to know
First I heard it improves mood 👀 alleviates depression
improves clarity of thought ...Sounds like Testosterone is worth its weight in gold just for mental acquity, improved memory, concentration and Focus 🤓👌🏼
I am so grateful to my young doctor, here in Portugal, who is happy to prescribe HRT - including Testosterone - when I am 68. I use a compounding pharmacy for it. Didn’t help libido but, it is helping my confidence. But, here you need to see an Anti-aging Specialist. 😝
I just had a conversation last week with my OB/GYN and she told me no I would not be a good candidate for HRT because I am eight is postmenopausal and my age is 63. The risks outweigh the benefits. I was heartbroken I was devastated. I wanted to start HRT mainly for the health benefits Menopause transition has been fairly smooth. I major complaints were sleep body aches and fatigue brain fog and low sex drive . But her answer to me was your body is used to not having hormones so it’s not a good idea. She did offer me testosterone at taking a blood test to see my levels. Any thoughts on this, 😢
Shes not the only dr you can see. You can even get copies of all your recent labs and find someone great on telemedicine
Change your doctor, she is not a good one!
The s3x talk is essential. Post menopause is the time of our lives when most of us cis couples def don't have to worry about getting pregnant , don't have to be waking up to little kids and can be enjoying a second honeymoon with our partners (if we have one)
Really helpful video: thanks! I’m 59 and have been on transdermal oestradiol (with Mirena IUS) since I was 48. I’m a former athlete and used to have such good muscle mass. But I’ve lost muscle, despite strength training over recent years. I’d like to try a physiological dose of testosterone to regain muscle and maintain my bone mass. But to do so in the UK I have to argue that I want testosterone for low libido, which is untrue.
Same here for me in Germany (I had to lie too!)😮
Very interesting, we all should be so lucky to have a doctor like Kelly, but the sound was bad and kept cutting in and out and pretty choppy.
I’m right there with you…..I have no desire/interest what so ever. Addyi is available in Canada but my understanding is that it is recommended for use in women before menopause. I’ve been told that testosterone for women is best from a compounded pharmacy.
You're God's sent Dr. Casperson!🪽🪽🪽🪽🌠
I know we shouldn't focus on lab work but what if your total testosterone is within range but your free testosterone is extremely low. If you go on testosterone cream will that increase the total T or the free T that is extremely low?
The free T is most important and yes it will increase it.
I wonder if rubbing testosterone into one's scalp would help those with thinning hair? I've never shaved as I've never had much hair, but since having a hysterectomy, my mane has also taken leave of absence. I'm in Australia fighting my gp to get testosterone or even test for it.
Good luck from Germany 🇩🇪 Took me one year to get mine: I feel more energetic and strong 😊
Doubt it.. testosterone can make hair fall out. That’s why doses need to stay low and be titrated based on symptoms.
@@saradenn7447 testosterone encourages hair growth and thicker hair. All of your hormones have to be out of wack for hair loss.
How about sublingual troches?is safe?im on0.75
Dr. Kelly, you make everything sound like common sense 👏 I've been on vaginal estrogen for a couple of years, starting E&P as soon as my doc calls it in and want testosterone. And it's a YES for the SEX talk for me!!! Thanks ❤
Can you have a uterus and safely use testosterone alone?
Yes, improvement! Give it time and all returns to as before!
YEAH!!!
Such a shame that sound is so messed up, makes it hard to listen to.
Testosterone is a stand alone hormone or can be can combined with estrogen and/or progesterone
It’s both.
What about pregnancy? Is it safe to be on trt prior conceiving? If you have a very low t naturally
Oh what a wonderful video! I can't wait to get back to feeling like my horny self again. I'm 40 years old and started about three weeks ago on estrogen gel, as well as testosterone gel and 2 weeks on 2 weeks off progesterone. I'm going low and slow on the dosage like you recommend. Still haven't noticed much return of throbbing in my clitoris throughput the day reminding me it's time for attention but I'm hoping after 2 to 3 months I see an increase. After three months do you reevaluate your patients to see if they might need a slight increase in gel amount? Part of my IDENTITY is having a high level of sexual desires and hate not CRAVING sex and orgasms.
How are you doing now? Any improvement? My wife is waiting for an appointment to see a doctor about getting testosterone for the same reason.
Addyi-dopamine is $850 - what!!!!!????
The numbers of estradiol vs testosterone are so confusing. If you convert testosterone to make it the same (units of measurement) as estrogen, you have to take testosterone x10 correct? Even if the testosterone looks "normal" it could be low in comparison to estrogen correct?
What's a healthy dose for post-menopausal 57. My testosterone is only 9, and I'm on 0.8 estradiol. Tired of suffering...Nearly. Every. Single. Day.
♀️💕😘
Keep on fighting, you will make it through! 💪👍🙏
@@nicolemerz1731, absolutely! Thank you.
It would be great if you could direct us to the papers that show long term safety. You mentioned there are papers that show long term safety for transgender men. Could you post the link? Thank you
If you go to PubMed online you can search for research papers on this topic. 😉
Why would women be prescribed keto DHEA?
What about a woman who has had an ablation at age 43, she is now 63, how does the ablation affect going through menopause, is the same effects as having a hysterectomy?
No
What about trt and pregnancy? If you find out pregnancy while on trt. Younjuat come off it?
Could a person in their 30s benefit from it?
That’s what I want to know! ❤
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌼💛
Ugh! So good but I couldn't listen..the constant voice glitching was sending me over a cliff lol.
I am aussie boomer and I am pissed.
yes Sex Podcast😊
“Beginning to get whiskers on my chin”.
Must be so terrible! 😯🫢
- Woman who’s had to pluck her chin twice a day for the last 15 years 🙄