Ep 97 - Doing it Your way: Testosterone After 2 x Breast Cancer

We're thrilled to have Ursula join us to share her remarkable story. In our conversation, we delve into topics like peri-menopause, cancer, and the use of testosterone-only therapy for individuals with oestrogen-positive cancer.Each of us embarks on a unique journey, especially in post-treatment and menopausal survivorship care, where experiences vary despite similar diagnoses and treatments. Our follow-up care, access to healthcare professionals, worries, and desires differ, shaping individual pathways.The question arises: do you trust your instincts? Do you pursue what feels right for you?Please note this episode does not give medical advice, but highlights one story and that is tat of Ursula’s.Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro07:36 Ursula summarises her breast cancer treatments.15:53 Facing second cancer diagnosis, opted for mastectomy.19:45 Physical recovery took time, prioritised quality of life.24:49 Seeking help for menopause symptoms, including pain.27:33 Testosterone gel prescription 28:25 Low oestrogen levels, important for bone health.34:21 Gratitude for sharing unique cancer experiences.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardly any if you have had a cancer diagnosis as well. Many people say to me they have no idea what their options are, who to ask for help, and that they feel really isolated in their experiences. I started this podcast because there was nothing out there when I was thrown into surgical menopause at the age of 39, which followed on from my cancer diagnosis aged 33.Through the episodes, I want to create more awareness, share information from our fabulous guest experts, doctors and other specialists in the cancer and menopause field. And of course, I will share stories from the people in our community.So that together we can work towards a better menopause experience. For all of us.More educated, better informed and less alone.Connect with us:For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerFind us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBbJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub Mentioned in this episode:Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/