Testosterone and Menopause: Every Women Should Know This

🧡 Today’s episode is sponsored by Noom Weight! Stay focused on what’s important to you with Noom’s psychology and biology based approach. https://www.noom.com/menopause/?quest... Most women are never told the full story about testosterone. It’s often framed as a “male hormone” or reduced to just being about sex — if it’s mentioned at all. But the truth is, testosterone plays a crucial role in women’s health during menopause, and for many of us, it’s the missing link in hormone therapy. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a top urologist and expert in prescribing testosterone for women, to clear up the confusion and misinformation. If you’ve been told no, if you’re not feeling like yourself, or if you’re just trying to understand what’s happening with your hormones, this conversation is for you. We get into: Why testosterone matters for women in menopause beyond just libido The biggest myths about hormones and what doctors are still missing How to know if you’re a candidate and which tests are actually helpful What to say if your doctor won’t listen How testosterone can support energy, mood, sex, and identity What women in other countries already have access to and what might be coming soon CONNECT WITH TAMSEN 🧡 The Tamsen Show on Instagram:   / thetamsenshow   🧡 Instagram:   / tamsenfadal   🧡 TikTok:   / tamsenfadal   CONNECT WITH Dr. Kelly Casperson 🧡 Follow her on Instagram:   / kellycaspersonmd   🧡 Order her book, The Menopause Moment here: https://a.co/d/ivlZKEs 🧡 LEAVE A REVIEW If you enjoyed listening to the podcast, we'd love for you to leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help others discover the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast... TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:11 Why Dr. Kelly Casperson Chose Urology and How It Led to a Focus on Women’s Sexual Health 3:00 The One Patient Story That Changed Everything 4:35 Testosterone 101: Why It’s the Dominant Hormone for Women Too 7:47 Can Women Take Hormones After Breast Cancer? Clearing Up the Confusion 12:47 The Truth About Testosterone Levels in Perimenopause and Menopause 14:09 Why Testosterone Alone Won’t Fix Your Libido And What Will 19:40 The Real Options for Women Without FDA-Approved Testosterone 21:49 What You Need to Know About Pellets, Compounding, and Gels 25:42 4 Side Effects of Testosterone: What’s Real and What’s Not 28:46 What is Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder? 30:00 Sex Is in Your Brain: Rewriting the Script and Why Medications Can Impact It 34:27 The Labia Minora and Why Hormones Matter More Than You Think 37:04 GSM and the One Hormone Most Women Can Safely Take 40:47 Actionable Steps Women Can Take Today About Tamsen Fadal: Tamsen is a journalist, best-selling author, and menopause advocate with over 4M followers. As host of The Tamsen Show Podcast, she’s become a powerful voice in the menopause conversation. She produced and executive produced PBS’s The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause, a groundbreaking documentary calling for change in how we approach women’s health. She’s also the author of How To Menopause, the ultimate guide to navigating midlife with confidence. From SXSW to Capitol Hill, Tamsen champions policies that break the stigma around menopause and empower women at work and beyond. After 30 years as a TV anchor, she now leads the charge in midlife health advocacy. Featured in Oprah Daily, The Today Show, NYT, and more. Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational or entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. If you need medical advice, please consult your doctor or medical provider. #MidlifeWomen #drkellycasperson #testosterone #hormones