Testosterone Therapy for Women | Everything You Need to Know (Fix or Hype?)

In this episode, Dr. Morgentaler and Dr. Brandon talk about the hype around testosterone for women, debunking exaggerated claims, and bringing a grounded, therapist-friendly perspective on how hormone therapy can genuinely improve libido, mood, and quality of life—when used safely and realistically. 00:09 Testosterone in Women: Benefits and Misconceptions – They debunk media hype, explaining testosterone can help women's libido and mood but not in extreme ways. 04:02 Testosterone in Men: Risks and Realities – They note testosterone boosts energy and sex drive but responses and side effects vary. 11:43 Doctors' Concerns and Misconceptions – They warn that overhyped use makes doctors hesitant to prescribe valid treatments. 14:17 Testosterone Therapy for Women – They stress the U.S. lacks approved testosterone options for women despite clear benefits. 16:04 Regulatory Challenges and Future Prospects – They explain approval delays stem from company inaction, though progress abroad offers hope. Resources: Dominus, S. (2024, February). I'm on fire: Testosterone is giving women back their sex drive — and then some. The New York Times Magazine. https://www.nytimes.com/ With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #TestosteroneTherapy #WomensHealth #RegulatorySupport