Testosterone is a hormone that plays a vital role in women's health and wellbeing. Though often considered a "male" hormone, testosterone is present in women as well, and maintaining healthy levels provides many benefits.
Some key functions of testosterone in women include:
- Sex drive and arousal - Testosterone is a key hormone for libido and sexual function in women. Higher testosterone levels are associated with increased sexual desire and arousal.
- Body composition - Testosterone helps promote lean muscle mass and bone strength while reducing body fat levels. This contributes to an athletic, fit physique.
- Mood and cognition - Many women report that optimal testosterone levels lift their mood, boost self-confidence, sharpen focus and concentration, and improve verbal memory.
- Energy - Testosterone helps boost energy levels, leading to greater productivity and activity.
- Anti-aging effects - Testosterone declines naturally with age, contributing to loss of skin elasticity, muscle tone, and bone density over time. Maintaining youthful testosterone levels can slow this aging process.
Some additional testosterone benefits for women can include reduced
irritability, healthier blood lipid profiles, and maintenance of fertility.
When Testosterone Levels Drop
Many women experience unpleasant effects when their testosterone dips too low, including:
- Decreased motivation
- Mental fog, trouble concentrating
- Muscle loss and bone density reduction
- Weight gain, especially increased body fat
- Low sex drive, vaginal dryness
- Depression, mood instability, irritability
Causes of Low Testosterone in Women
There are several potential reasons women may struggle with low testosterone:
- Natural aging process
- Removal of ovaries
- Pituitary tumors
- Excess cortisol levels
- Birth control pills
- Medications
- Chronic stress
- Extreme dieting or overtraining
If you are experiencing symptoms of low testosterone, there are treatment options available to help restore optimal levels, such as bioidentical
testosterone therapy.
Benefits of Testosterone Replacement Therapy for Women
Under the supervision of an experienced
anti-aging doctor, testosterone replacement aimed at achieving youthful levels can help women:
- Reclaim libido and sexual enjoyment
- Improve body composition by enhancing metabolism
- Support mood, focus, motivation and energy levels
- Maintain bone density and strength
- Preserve skin collagen, elasticity and appearance
- Boost athletic performance and endurance
At
The Balance - Hormone Medical Clinic, we specialize in precision testosterone restoration therapy for women using bioidentical hormones to resolve deficiency symptoms, while always carefully monitoring for safety.
Our cutting-edge therapies are tailored to your unique physiology through advanced testing and precision delivery methods. We take pride in helping female patients look, feel and perform at their best through
innovative anti-aging solutions.
Contact us today to learn more or schedule a consultation to find out if testosterone therapy is right for you.
