Testosterone and LibidoTestosterone and Libido? Testosterone supplementation has become a popular topic lately in the media, online and in the sports bar. And it’s not only men who are having these discussions. Women are interested in testosterone because they believe it will improve their libido during and after the menopause. If a woman is deficient in testosterone she will notice a decrease in libido, impaired sexual function, decreased overall energy, decrease in a sense of well-being, and thinning public hair. Restoring normal testosterone levels may help to improve all of these symptoms. However, if there is no deficiency to start with, then testosterone supplementation will lead to an overdose. Symptoms of testosterone overdose include mood disturbances, acne, increased facial hair, and a deepened voice. Testosterone is produced in the ovaries and the adrenal glands. It’s a very important hormone for normal sexual functioning. Some women experience a gradual decline in testosterone from early adulthood to old age, while others continue to produce adequate amounts. The reasons for this phenomenon are unknown. If you are considering taking testosterone, your doctor will first have to do some blood or saliva testing for free testosterone. Sometimes the decline in libido is due to a decrease in the estrogen level. Sometimes it’s because your partner is a jerk. The three hormones that are affected at menopause are testosterone, estrogen and progesterone. See your doctor if you think you may be a candidate for testosterone supplementation. Whether you should or shouldn’t take testosterone supplementation depends on a number of factors that your doctor will discuss with you. Your doctor will consider your physical health, your diet, your lifestyle, your fitness level etc. Sometimes he or she will recommend improvements in one or more of these areas in order to try to naturally balance your hormones before recommending any supplementation.
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