Sex on Call
This podcast is a space where we (Maddie and Larisa, who are both friends and nurse practitioners in women's health) unpack evidence-based research, talk to professionals, and share the occasional personal story as we seek to explore how women can improve their sex lives, better understand their bodies, and learn together. Welcome to Sex on Call!
Sex on Call
Testosterone (It's Not Just a Male Hormone)
Testosterone, a hormone often thought of as a male hormone, is surprisingly still extremely important for females. But it’s far more than just a sex hormone—it can affect the brain, muscle, fat, bone, and nerves.
Similarly to other hormones, we see testosterone levels decrease with age. Published studies have shown, however, the benefits of testosterone for low desire and arousal disorder in women.
We’ll discuss the ages of women this is most recommended for, mild and adverse effects, and recommended routes for testosterone replacement.
Remarkably, this perceived male hormone may have more significant effects to a female’s health even beyond our sexual health!