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EPISODE · Jan 19, 2026 · 24 MIN

Testosterone For Women: The Science, New Products And Answering Your Questions

from Is It Hot In Here? Midlife Podcast · host Dr Naomi Potter

Is testosterone something every menopausal woman needs, or is it being overhyped?🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihihIn this highly requested episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined once again by menopause specialist Dr Liz Andrew to answer your real-life questions about testosterone in menopause. No trends, no fear-mongering – just clear, evidence-based answers to the things women are genuinely worried (and confused) about.From whether you actually need testosterone, to testing, side effects, and those persistent myths about aggression and excess hair growth, Naomi and Liz break it all down.Follow Dr Liz Andrew: Liz's Instagram: @drlizandrewFollow Dr Naomi Potter:Naomi’s Instagram: @dr_naomipotterNaomi’s TikTok: @dr_naomipotter00:00 – Testosterone for women: why there’s still so much confusion02:32 – Testosterone side effects in women (hair, skin, aggression myths)05:12 – Do women need testosterone blood tests before menopause?07:34 – Can testosterone help urinary symptoms and vaginal health?10:01 – What “low libido” really means in menopause12:33 – Do all menopausal women need testosterone?15:02 – When doctors add testosterone to HRT (and why timing matters)17:36 – Testosterone in surgical menopause and early menopause20:04 – Can testosterone make you angry or aggressive?22:34 – Female testosterone products explained: Androfeme vs Testogel25:03 – Safe prescribing, dosing errors and monitoring testosterone27:31 – Final thoughts: personalised testosterone care for women#testosterone #drnaomipotter #menopause

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