Welcome back to the Self-Selecting Podcast! In Episode 40, I dive into a comprehensive discussion on testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) specifically for women. This episode covers all aspects of TRT, from deciding whether you should start, to dosage considerations, administration methods, risks, and benefits. I also address common questions from clients, share my own experiences, and provide a guide for women thinking about introducing TRT into their regimen.
Timestamps:
- [0:00] - Introduction to the episode and topic reveal: Female TRT
- [1:19] - Differentiating between female and male TRT doses
- [2:49] - First question to consider before starting TRT
- [5:01] - Signs and symptoms of low testosterone in females
- [6:28] - Determining good candidates for TRT and considerations for bodybuilders
- [7:57] - The impact of anabolic steroids and their suppression of testosterone
- [10:15] - The importance of non-pharmacological solutions before starting TRT
- [11:53] - Bias against athletic and young women seeking TRT
- [13:00] - How TRT can help women with hypoactive sexual disorder
- [14:09] - Tests and evaluations necessary before starting TRT
- [16:56] - Risks of TRT: cardiovascular, breast cancer, and androgenic effects
- [20:32] - Essential hormone and blood tests to run before starting TRT
- [25:17] - TRT monitoring: importance of semi-annual lab tests
- [28:28] - Experience with varying serum levels due to source quality
- [30:18] - Various forms of TRT and which one might be right for you
- [31:12] - Injections: comparing subcutaneous vs. intramuscular
- [39:33] - Benefits of more frequent, lower-dose injections
- [45:11] - Injection frequency: what's best for you and why
- [46:40] - Types of testosterone: Test C and Test E
- [47:43] - Dosing for females and why it's critical to start low
- [48:59] - The question of whether TRT is a lifelong commitment
- [52:00] - Cardiovascular health and TRT's impact
- [55:13] - Lifestyle changes to boost testosterone naturally
- [56:32] - What to expect when coming off TRT
- [57:00] - Closing thoughts and encouraging engagement with the podcast
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