Introduction

I went to the 2023 American Urologic Association's National Conference. Here are some top takeaways and thoughts. So much on this week’s podcast! Low hormones in men and women — can increase risk for cardiovascular disease Women have a decreased risk of heart attack and stroke when started on hormones in the safety window of menopause (first 10 years) The Traverse study paper coming out in two months - can’t wait! Testosterone is not a gendered hormone All bones need testosterone Women in early menopause should be on hormones at least until natural age of menopause to decrease risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis (NAMS guidelines and this indication has FDA approval). Equality in healthcare Three new oral testosterone pills on the market for men, not for women We need to focus on brains and bones health in women just as much as we do for men Treat women the same in healthcare Did you know the UK is requiring doctors to talk to their patients at age 50 about menopause? Amazing! If hormones are so dangerous, why don’t we stop estrogen in trans women after the age of 50 - a thought exercise on how we think about giving hormones to all bodies - Is staying on hormones during menopause gender affirming care? Oral DHEA supplements — what’s the deal? Bulkamid — urethral filler for stress incontinence ECoin training Prolapse repair in premenopausal women Should we offer it or no? Male infertility is associated with shorter life expectancy Marijuana affect sperm Using testosterone for maintenance of vaginal health Michael Pearlman balance scale of desire More about Addyi (filbanserin) Importance of elastin and collagen Very small percentage of women have cervical orgasms - but it matters. New technology that @mysteryvibe is releasing to help with period cramps --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kj-casperson/message

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