Unfortunately going to someone who isn’t under NAMS (North American Menopause Society), everything is all out of pocket and a fortune. It’s almost like you have to be rich just to feel better. I can’t afford it.
Great video. So far I’ve done weekly testosterone injections for a year, then the second year I switched to pellets, I’m interested in trying the topical possibly next. I’m on a low enough dose I’ve seen improvement in bone density and libido and muscle without getting hair in unwanted places or acne. I’ve been very happy with the results.
@WisdomCalls Good to know. You might be interested in my video about The Dayton Study. That’s a study of women taking testosterone pellets who had an estimated 39% reduction in breast cancer risk. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-zZ10ihN-4vg.htmlsi=lTNa5Jh0AYk5vKA9
5mg cream or gel is standard daily testosterone recommended dosage, compounded pharmacy is best option for women but can use generic testosterone cream for men in pea sized amount. Very informative TY
Thanks for watching. That's a pretty good summary. 5mg is usually about right, plus or minus. I recommend compounded testosterone for women because a "pea-sized" dose is very hard to make consistent and likely too high. Haven't watched that video for a while.
@@SimpleHormones As you know. T for women is a critical hormone for overall wellbeing and just recently being recognized as part of HRT, alongside progesterone /micronized oral being most effective & estrogen/estrodial being most effective. TY for sharing ~ much appreciated
1) Apart from dosage, is there any difference between testosterone hrt creams, gels, jabs, for men and women? 2) Progesterone is great when you take it at night, SO when's the best time to apply the T-hormone gel/cream? Morning, night? 3) Because it's not oral or pellets, If you apply the T-hormone gel/cream, say, in the morning after a shower, do you need to reapply after an evening shower before bed to keep it going? 🤔
I’ve tried Natural Bio-ID Compounded T Topical Cream from a Naturopath in the past, but it gave me horrible facial acne. I’m Post-Menopausal. Then my NEW Naturopath said to apply it VAGINALLY, and it won’t cause the acne. Too bad my old Naturopath didn’t know about that - she simply said then I should stop taking it…
Hormone replacement therapy. My chiropractor had a nurse in his office and I tried the trouch /gummy. I not only lost my hair I was looking at door knobs in a whole different way. Horrible experience. I have never had a low labido. I didn’t need it for that. Hot flashes only. And they charged me $850.00 for blood work. No lab in their office. Shocked me. Pissed me off.
Thank you for your educational videos, much appreciated! The link in description to hormone optimization providers doesn't work. Could you publish correct one? TIA!
@@pamw3238 Progesterone, by definition, is a steroid hormone. That just means it has a “sterol” chemical structure, based on the chemical structure of cholesterol.
@@SimpleHormones Thank you so much for answering. Trying to figure out a progesterone that works for me. Do all progesterone affect cortisol levels by chance? Is that why some women feel pms when we take it?
Hello! So happy to have found your channel. I'm a 67 y/o woman, have always had strong bones and good muscular development. In past couple of years I've noticed fatigue, apathy, quite severe muscle wasting and sudden skin aging, with generalized hair loss. History of total hyst at age 48 with occasional bioidentical homone pellets every other year or so. I went to my GYN to have her check blood levels and she told me testosterone was 11, very low, she said and gave me pellets. Should I regain my muscle strength and tone again? Will my hair stop shedding so heavily? I already feel mentally stronger, less apathetic, was hoping musculature, skin, and hair will improve. Thank you!
this video was done two years ago - there is now female dosages in pellet form. so not to have to depend on if you can't find an optmized compounder in your area.
@claireszeto1798 Thanks for watching. Just to clarify . . . testosterone pellets were only available from compounding pharmacies when this video was posted. They are still only available as a compounded prescription. As of late 2023, there are exactly ZERO FDA-approved testosterone products of any kind (pellets, creams, gels, patches, capsules, inserts, etc.) for women. Testosterone for women can only be prescribed using a compounding pharmacy OR by prescribing an FDA-approved product approved for men (which I strongly advise against).
My doctor prescribed generic testosterone gel, 1.62% (which is 20.25 mg) EVERY OTHER DAY. I feel that is too much, and I am able to pump.a quarter of it (bringing it to 5 mg) into a 1/16 of a teaspoon. I then scoop it out of there and apply it to my arm. As a point of interest, the cost has gone down tremendously for the generic version, it's $50. I have a question; is 5 mg a day the ideal dose for a woman since that's a tenth of 50 mg (a man's dose)?
Thanks for watching. As I mention in this video (I think - can't remember for sure) it's possible to use a men's dose of commercially available testosterone . . . but it's not very accurate. The best way for women to get testosterone is to have testosterone compounded at a compounding pharmacy. The "ideal dose" for a woman might be somewhere around 5MG, but there's a ton of individual variation. That's where it's really important to have a provider who knows how to test your levels, prescribe testosterone in the right dosage form, and recognize symptoms and side effects, adjusting accordingly. It's an art and a science.
@@SimpleHormones thank you for your reply. In the UK a "pea-sized" amount is prescribed, which is also "variable". A pea-sized amount to one person might not be the same to another, so it's all rather variable until more precise prescription testosterone dosages are provided for women (outside of compounding). "In the NHS, testosterone is given as a gel, which you rub into your skin. It comes as a gel in a small sachet, tube or pump dispenser and you only need to rub a pea- size amount of this gel into your skin. One 50mg sachet or tube should last around 10 days. The gel should be rubbed onto your lower abdomen, thighs or the inner aspect of your forearm. In the UK testosterone is not currently licensed for use by women, so it is said to be prescribed ‘off licence’. Your prescriber will explain this to you. Testestosterone may be given to some women as an implant, but in the UK, these are not currently readily available."
DHEA is an important hormone. Dosing should be based on testing to give optimal levels. For women, lower doses are less likely to cause acne. DHEA is not very good at increasing libido, even though people think it might.
I am currently prescribed/compounded 10mgs of testosterone at $75. My question, in your opinions/experience, can i use the cream behind the knees. I was using it on my inner thighs, yet do not want to transfer to my pet when she sits on my lap. I know the preference is to use the cream once a day, yet I like to use half my daily dosage at 7am. & the other half late afternoon. What are your thoughts?
Transfer of testosterone to children, pets, or partners is an issue. But I wouldn't worry about it if you've got fabric (like pants!) between you and another person or animal. The application site depends on where your doctor recommends. I've seen prescriptions for thigh application and for behind the knees. You may want to check with your provider.
@@tuffstuff2U I have been using 5mgs since prescribed. I am applying it every morning. I plan on moving up to 10 mgs as soon as I move up to a higher dose of estradiol this month.
@@bellakim9404 hello, thank you for your timely response! Is your doctor recommending that you go up to 10 mg a day at some point, like is that the end goal? I didn't know that the testosterone level would be in relation to the estradiol level. I'm currently taking 0.5 mg of estradiol and 100 mg of progesterone a day. At 1 mg of estradiol I experienced uncomfortable pulsing headaches, so I do better at the lower dosage. They recommend that you take the lowest therapeutic dose possible of estrodiol, so I'm good with that. How about you, how much estrogen do you take a day and what is your end goal to match with your higher testosterone dose?
@@tuffstuff2U HI. Mid March i was prescribed 10mgs of testosterone a day. I found it to be too much at first. Perhaps because my levels were very low. I decided to start at 5mgs and work up according to symptoms. Today is my first day at 10mgs again. As for my estradiol, like you, I was on a higher dose, yet at the moment am on 0.25 due to side effects. Next patch change I'll be moving up to 0.05 again. That is the dose for preventing disease so am aiming for that number. As for progesterone, I am orally taking 100mgs, yet have an appt next week to have the IUD placed. I would rather have it concentrate where it's suppose to be than have it run through my body. Hope this helps.
Hi wanted to ask since some of the testosterone converts into oestrogen does it effect the uterine lining? Ty v much.find your videos v informative and easy to understand.
The amount of testosterone that converts to estrogen in women is extremely small . . . not really enough to make a difference in the uterus. The testosterone level in men is a lot higher and produces much more estradiol.
I'm menopause that have weak muscles. After discussing this with multiple doctors no one wants to test my blood. Where can I find a compound pharmacist in Miami Florida or would I need to see a compound doctor?
The best way to find a hormone specialist, somebody who really knows how to manage all your hormone issues and get you to optimal levels, is to visit this page on my website and fill out my Patient Referral Request Form here simplehormones.com/referral If you leave a referral request on RU-vid or email it to me, it's extremely likely I'll drop the ball or it will fall through the cracks. Once you fill out the form, be sure to check your email for a message that says "Confirm your email address." Thanks!
Yes. Non-bioidentical testosterone is a thing . . . but that usually refers to super powerful versions of testosterone, mostly used by body builders and athletes (against the rules of most sports organizations), rather than regular women and men.
@@SimpleHormones i haw got testosterone made by compound pharmacy .. i called and they confirmed that is made from wiled yams.. please explain.. thank you
@@starbettypink The pharmacy was partially correct. Here’s a video that explains “hormones from yams” and what that actually means. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-rv0UDlMxbeU.html
I had been on compound testosterone cream for six month and my testosterone level went from a 19 down to a 14. I am so confused and don't know what to do next.
@nicholegeralyn5638 Sometimes a response like that has to do with your SHBG level (sex hormone binding globulin). That's one of those situations a hormone optimization specialist has the experience and training to deal with. Most family practice providers don't have that knowledge.
Androgens (testosterone and DHEA) aren't required for estrogen to work. A low testosterone level can cause some symptoms though. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-dFEuXcb5XlM.html
Sir, I hope you can explain this to me. Pharmacy compounded a 1% Testosterone Cream. The instructions call for 0.1ml - 0.4 ml to inner thigh or wrist. I see others taking 10ml, and thinking my doctor went way too low on mine. It’s in these little syringe like dispensers showing.1,.2,.3,.4 ml and do you think this will do anything for me?
Great question! So there's a wide variety of dosages that a compounding pharmacy can create for you. You're getting a 1% cream, which is 10mg/ml. Doing the math on that means you're getting a dose between 1mg and 4mg. That's actually pretty typical, especially as a starting dose if you haven't taken any testosterone before. If someone else you know is taking 10ml, they most likely have a cream with a lower concentration. The dose your doctor has prescribed is certainly reasonable and most likely will do something for you. If you don't see any results after several weeks of consistent dosing, talk to their office about increasing the dose.
@@SimpleHormones this was so kind of you to take the time to respond. I’ve saved the video where I found you, and would like to know more about your work and research.
@@SimpleHormones hey dear, I am not to a point where I can go check out your YT channel but my immediate question is are you in the US, do you do telehealth, and if so, how can I get an appointment.
@@SimpleHormones so if I’m taking an oral 2mg tab of oral Estradiol, and I can get my doctor to prescribe me a cream, what’s the next dose up from Testosterone 1% cream? Because I’m not getting any relief from this. I explained to you it said apply .01ML - .04ML to inner wrist or thigh once daily. This was given to me in a needle dispenser and I feel like I need to use the whole dang thing!! So if I’ve got a doctor to take me up a dose, what would it be without rocking the boat dear?
Some providers I work with prescribe oral testosterone for their patients. It has some benefits and drawbacks. In my experience, it's most often prescribed for women who have a side effect or lack of efficacy from a testosterone cream and who aren't willing or suited for testosterone injections. Testosterone in an oral capsule is only available from a compounding pharmacy. It shouldn't be con=fused with methyltestosterone, a synthetic version of testosterone that's been around for decades and that has some negative effects on liver function.
How could girls get more testosterone naturally. I get muscle building but theres a limit because women build less, are smaller, etc, etc. Any food or something. The studies for women is lacking and abysmal. Sure pomergrante increased test but it also does the opposite as an estrogenic.
