As an older male GP (from Norway) this is vert helpfull. Newer got any formalised teaching more than a few lectures 25 years ago!! Had a 40 yr woman with disabeling pain in vagina for years. Gyno and Urologist: nothing wrong. I gave her DHEA passaries, after 2 weeks pain were gone. She takes it regulary, and this have worked for a year. If she pauses pessaries for some weeks, pain returns. I would have known nothing about this without your videos on UA-cam. Now I see menopause related problems 10-20 times a week in my practice, which I couldn’t relate 1 yr ago. Thank you so much for your work.
I'm living in Canada and have struggled for 2 years to find doctors who support HRT. I have just met with an older male OBGYN who was not only knowledgeable about current recommendations for HRT, he has prescribed me a low dose of Testosterone, increased my level of Estradiol (that I'd been taking for 1 1/2 years with very little effectiveness), prescribed my Progesterone, and accepted me as a new patient. I am beyond grateful. I thank you Dr. Newson as I have been watching anything and everything you've produced, and was able to present as knowledgeable and confident with my questions and requests. Yes, please continue with this format for sharing current medical knowledge regarding HRT.
So happy for you that you meet a knowledgeable gyno, I am also in Canada, can't find one who you mind sharing his name. I would really appreciated it so I could get relief from menopause.
I had low sexual libido, which was bad enough, but when my life libido became unbearable (really truly suffering with energy, motivation, tremendous apathy), I watched your videos and others where Testosterone was suggested. My GP (in NL) was reluctant but after she agreed to check my blood to find my T was extremely low. I have been on it now for 3 mos and feel much, much better. Dose adjustment was initially difficult but has leveled out now. These videos helped me so much. Thank you Dr. Louise.
I found this way of listening to your podcast answering questions really helpful . You may have touched on items I already am aware of which just helps cement the information. However there were also many questions I was going to ask in my 4 month review, but will now be able to get more from my appointment . Thank you so much 🙂
Did you know there are 3 important downstream hormones that are made from Testosterone in the cells of the human body. 1] Testosterone >>Nandrolone 2] Testosterone >>DHT 3] Testosterone >> Estradiol Unfortunately Estradiol can not be back converted to testosterone, DHT or nandrolone. Precursor Hormones to their other downstream hormones are very important for the well functioning of the downstream hormones in the human body. Estradiol can only be converted to estrone or estriol ( does not convert to estriol well) Without testosterone; estradiol does not do all the things it could do without enough testosterone around.
This was PERFECT! Loved the format for a snapshot on testosterone questions. I've been on testosterone cream for 1 month and I am so much more calm but with energy and now a slight bit of increased libido. All your videos are so helpful.
Hello Dr Newson. I have got so much education from your videos on testosterone. I am 58, on the autistic spectrum, I've been on HRT since 2014, oestrogen and progesterone, and always felt something was missing. I always felt more anxious and put it down to other things. I got despondent with the thought of going to my GP. I posted a question on someone else's thread on a web community asking if it made you hairy and got a deep voice. I am sure I questioned it again, but forget where. You said you felt "drugged" in perimenopause and that resonated with me so much. My increased anxiety felt systemic. Lately I have been feeling less and less "libido" in the broader sense of the word, which you put so eloquently. When you said it's the missing piece of the puzzle, that also really hit the nail on the head for me. You articulate things that I have not been able to articulate, that pertain so deeply to my life. Thank you for educating us on the NHS blood tests. I am going for one on Friday, and, I, too, find it sad that this joyous and energetic part of women is taken away. I am on the autistic spectrum, which also has a pervasive effect on my life, especially being late diagnosed at 54, and wondered, would you consider doing a video on autism and menopause in the future? Thank you. 🙏
I love this, so informative and love how we can hear your family in the background! Would love to be a fly in the wall when you shout at them afterwards 😂
Thank you Dr Newson for all your efforts and information you provide. I am on HRT for over a month and as you recommended on ( patches and pills). It does make huge difference at a phycological level ( more positive, better self esteem , more empathetic) but the best of all, massive reduction in joints pain and migraines. There is a glow observed by those who know me. I have not tried testosterone as I am by nature a bit anxious, however I will be considering. Your videos are very well structured, to the point and helpful. 🤗
The format was great. Was there an average dosage of testosterone where improvement was seen? Was there any differences between women with and without ovaries?
I started taking testosterone (via the pellet under the skin) and it was life changing. After a year I changed to the gel, but the dose was too high. In two weeks I lost half of my hair! It was very scary as I didn't know the cause at first. I was so worried that I would have to stop taking testosterone but as soon as I reduced the dose my hair loss stopped. My hair is thankfully slowly growing back. So don't panic if this happens to you!
Amazing! Thank you! I was told i couldn't start T because it rides off the back of E, and my E is too low! I am going to ask my GP for it tomorrow! Alongside intrarosa! Vagifem gives me THE worst pmt symptoms and awful pelvic/womb pain
Testogel helped me a great deal at the lowest recommended dose: nightmarish brain fog and cognitive decline improving 95% in 24 hours.(I have ADHD) Same for a years long side hip tendinopathy no one could seem to cure. I apply the gel directly there. A male friend send it to me...
Excellent informative podcast answering many questions that most GPs are ignorant of or not prepared to find evidence based answers to. Here in Australia the pharmaceutical industry & doctors are frequently down on bi identical hormone creams. In WA we have a progressive manufacturer & compounding chemists who supply reliable products. Doctors however are mostly not prepared to prescribe them.😒
I find the 2 weeks that I’m off progesterone horrible. I know that’s odd, because many women find it hard to tolerate, so I’ve heard. Why might this be, and does anybody else experience this? My mood is much better on progesterone, and I wish I could take it constantly. I started testosterone at the same time as hrt about a month ago, and I’m yet to see any big improvements, although I have noticed my hair has stopped falling out in handfuls!
I take my Prometrium (progesterone) every 2nd night. I dont do 2 weeks a month. Helps me sleep. Ive watched many Menopause specialist incl this one you can take it continuous every night or take it just 2 weeks in the month.
I have been on Estradiol and progesterone since April. I have recently noticed fatigue, insomnia, hot/cold flashes returning. Would adding testosterone help?
Hi all, can the dr or someone answer this please - does testosterone make your cholesterol go up? I’m concerned about mine. Im post menopausal and 60 yrs old. I have an appt with a urologist to discuss testosterone for my low libido. Thank you for any help.
As an older male GP (from Norway) this is vert helpfull. Newer got any formalised teaching more than a few lectures 25 years ago!!
Had a 40 yr woman with disabeling pain in vagina for years. Gyno and Urologist: nothing wrong. I gave her DHEA passaries, after 2 weeks pain were gone. She takes it regulary, and this have worked for a year. If she pauses pessaries for some weeks, pain returns.
I would have known nothing about this without your videos on UA-cam. Now I see menopause related problems 10-20 times a week in my practice, which I couldn’t relate 1 yr ago. Thank you so much for your work.
I'm living in Canada and have struggled for 2 years to find doctors who support HRT. I have just met with an older male OBGYN who was not only knowledgeable about current recommendations for HRT, he has prescribed me a low dose of Testosterone, increased my level of Estradiol (that I'd been taking for 1 1/2 years with very little effectiveness), prescribed my Progesterone, and accepted me as a new patient. I am beyond grateful. I thank you Dr. Newson as I have been watching anything and everything you've produced, and was able to present as knowledgeable and confident with my questions and requests. Yes, please continue with this format for sharing current medical knowledge regarding HRT.
Are you post menopausal and what did your doctor increase your estradiol level to. Also from Canada and not sure I’m on correct dose.
Aren’t you lucky? I’m on Toronto and can’t find any.
So happy for you that you meet a knowledgeable gyno, I am also in Canada, can't find one who you mind sharing his name. I would really appreciated it so I could get relief from menopause.
Using low dose testosterone has been a game changer. Palpitations stopped, brain fog vanished and ability to multitask and work again. 🙏
Did it help with anxiety?
Hoping to get testosteron one day.
Did you notice any hair loss?
@@shelleykapp9637I think that may be only at higher doses or if the patient has other underlying problems.
@@shelleykapp9637 it stopped my hair loss and has made it start to grow again and I take 40 mg per day.
I had low sexual libido, which was bad enough, but when my life libido became unbearable (really truly suffering with energy, motivation, tremendous apathy), I watched your videos and others where Testosterone was suggested. My GP (in NL) was reluctant but after she agreed to check my blood to find my T was extremely low. I have been on it now for 3 mos and feel much, much better. Dose adjustment was initially difficult but has leveled out now. These videos helped me so much. Thank you Dr. Louise.
I found this way of listening to your podcast answering questions really helpful . You may have touched on items I already am aware of which just helps cement the information. However there were also many questions I was going to ask in my 4 month review, but will now be able to get more from my appointment . Thank you so much 🙂
This is a brilliant vlog, so much valuable information. Many thanks Dr Newson for supporting all women 😊
Did you know there are 3 important downstream hormones that are made from Testosterone in the cells of the human body.
1] Testosterone >>Nandrolone
2] Testosterone >>DHT
3] Testosterone >> Estradiol
Unfortunately Estradiol can not be back converted to testosterone, DHT or nandrolone.
Precursor Hormones to their other downstream hormones are very important for the well functioning of the downstream hormones in the human body.
Estradiol can only be converted to estrone or estriol ( does not convert to estriol well) Without testosterone; estradiol does not do all the things it could do without enough testosterone around.
Thank you! Where can we read/learn more about this? Any sources you can recommend?
This was PERFECT! Loved the format for a snapshot on testosterone questions. I've been on testosterone cream for 1 month and I am so much more calm but with energy and now a slight bit of increased libido. All your videos are so helpful.
Did it help with anxiety?
@Loveroyals the testosterone cream is still helping. It's a very low dose and levels slowly rising.
What are optimal blood levels in the US? Are they different? You mentioned 1 1/2 in the UK.
Hello Dr Newson. I have got so much education from your videos on testosterone. I am 58, on the autistic spectrum, I've been on HRT since 2014, oestrogen and progesterone, and always felt something was missing. I always felt more anxious and put it down to other things. I got despondent with the thought of going to my GP. I posted a question on someone else's thread on a web community asking if it made you hairy and got a deep voice. I am sure I questioned it again, but forget where. You said you felt "drugged" in perimenopause and that resonated with me so much. My increased anxiety felt systemic. Lately I have been feeling less and less "libido" in the broader sense of the word, which you put so eloquently. When you said it's the missing piece of the puzzle, that also really hit the nail on the head for me. You articulate things that I have not been able to articulate, that pertain so deeply to my life. Thank you for educating us on the NHS blood tests. I am going for one on Friday, and, I, too, find it sad that this joyous and energetic part of women is taken away. I am on the autistic spectrum, which also has a pervasive effect on my life, especially being late diagnosed at 54, and wondered, would you consider doing a video on autism and menopause in the future? Thank you. 🙏
Thank you. You’re a wonderful caring healer. Canada….hopeless in this neck of the woods.
This delivery method was very useful! Thank you for doing what you do Dr Newson! We appreciate you and your wealth of knowledge greatly!
I love this, so informative and love how we can hear your family in the background! Would love to be a fly in the wall when you shout at them afterwards 😂
Thank you Dr Newson for all your efforts and information you provide.
I am on HRT for over a month and as you recommended on ( patches and pills).
It does make huge difference at a phycological level ( more positive, better self esteem , more empathetic) but the best of all, massive reduction in joints pain and migraines.
There is a glow observed by those who know me.
I have not tried testosterone as I am by nature a bit anxious, however I will be considering.
Your videos are very well structured, to the point and helpful. 🤗
Thank you so much for your informative videos and transforming lives for women like me.. I am glad I have come across you.❤
That was very useful, thank you very much.
Thank you so much x
Really useful information, thank you!!
So good!!!🎉
Thankyou Louise 💜
I would love your views on how HRT affects minerals such as magnesium, copper etc. Thank you for all your videos.
Love this to the point format, you covered so much. Thank you.
This video has been really helpful in answering lots of questions I had. Thank you so much. I also thought the format was good 😊
Thank you❤
The format was great. Was there an average dosage of testosterone where improvement was seen? Was there any differences between women with and without ovaries?
Awesome information!
"Adorei esse Q&A! 👏🩺 Dr. Louise, você explica tudo de forma tão clara e acessível. Muito obrigado(a) por educar e empoderar com essas informações! 🌟💙"
Very useful as usual 👌
Thank you very much! That was very very usefull!
Very helpful thank you ☺️
I started taking testosterone (via the pellet under the skin) and it was life changing. After a year I changed to the gel, but the dose was too high. In two weeks I lost half of my hair! It was very scary as I didn't know the cause at first. I was so worried that I would have to stop taking testosterone but as soon as I reduced the dose my hair loss stopped. My hair is thankfully slowly growing back. So don't panic if this happens to you!
Amazing! Thank you! I was told i couldn't start T because it rides off the back of E, and my E is too low! I am going to ask my GP for it tomorrow! Alongside intrarosa! Vagifem gives me THE worst pmt symptoms and awful pelvic/womb pain
Testogel helped me a great deal at the lowest recommended dose: nightmarish brain fog and cognitive decline improving 95% in 24 hours.(I have ADHD)
Same for a years long side hip tendinopathy no one could seem to cure. I apply the gel directly there. A male friend send it to me...
Excellent informative podcast answering many questions that most GPs are ignorant of or not prepared to find evidence based answers to. Here in Australia the pharmaceutical industry & doctors are frequently down on bi identical hormone creams. In WA we have a progressive manufacturer & compounding chemists who supply reliable products. Doctors however are mostly not prepared to prescribe them.😒
Thank You!!! I liked this.
What is the name of the product you mentioned for LS?
Prasterone sold as Intrarosa pessaries.
@@claudiawilkinson8769 Thanks!
What causes raised SHBG and how can we lower it?
Taking oral estrogen can raise it. Keeping a healthy weight, taking boron, and having good vitamin D levels can decrease it.
What about DHEA? My endocrinologist prescribed a dose of 25mg but I'm afraid it will trigger my migraine attacks?
I find the 2 weeks that I’m off progesterone horrible. I know that’s odd, because many women find it hard to tolerate, so I’ve heard. Why might this be, and does anybody else experience this? My mood is much better on progesterone, and I wish I could take it constantly. I started testosterone at the same time as hrt about a month ago, and I’m yet to see any big improvements, although I have noticed my hair has stopped falling out in handfuls!
Trt stopped my massive hair loss too!! Clumps and clumps would fall out. Now it’s starting to grow back!
I take my Prometrium (progesterone) every 2nd night. I dont do 2 weeks a month. Helps me sleep. Ive watched many Menopause specialist incl this one you can take it continuous every night or take it just 2 weeks in the month.
I have been on Estradiol and progesterone since April. I have recently noticed fatigue, insomnia, hot/cold flashes returning. Would adding testosterone help?
How long can you take HRT, until you die?
Yes
Yes. Menopause is a hormone deficiency and you won’t get them back so there is no reason to ever stop.
@@seagypsiesbellydancers3047 yes. Stopping at 60 doesn’t make any sense.
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Hi all, can the dr or someone answer this please - does testosterone make your cholesterol go up? I’m concerned about mine. Im post menopausal and 60 yrs old. I have an appt with a urologist to discuss testosterone for my low libido. Thank you for any help.
It has helped reduce my cholesterol.