Testosterone Levels in Women
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- Опубликовано: 28 июл 2024
- Testosterone levels in women contribute to sex drive, bone and muscle strength, energy, and a sense of well-being. This video looks at low testosterone in women, high testosterone in females, and optimal testosterone to help women eliminate symptoms and avoid long-term risks.
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00:00 Introduction
00:15 I'm Steve Goldring
00:42 Just right testosterone levels
01:12 Testosterone that's too LOW
02:38 Testosterone that's too HIGH
04:49 Testosterone that's JUST RIGHT
05:20 Find a testosterone expert
05:51 If you are a testosterone expert, I'd love to connect
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OMG....you just answered many questions I have struggled with over many years! I have even fought with a doctor that cut my testerone in half (HRT @ 80 years old) and I really struggled with every symptom you listed as a result....she would not believe me that it was accelerating my ageing.......finaly I talked with my compounding pharmacist and he spoke up for me and we got it reinstated !!! I now feel normal and confident that my strength is returning and I can take care of myself again!! The testing standards that doctors rely upon must not be relied upon as a standard for all......SYMPTOMS MATTER!!
Great video, Steve! This was super helpful!
Thank you. I've been suspecting that something was wrong for a while now.
No sex stress it’s 2001, menopause started around 2015, still going through it… no muscle loss still pretty strong for not working out no desire to do anything extremely tired, but getting better weaning off benzodiazepine been on for over 30 years, yikes just turned 61 three days ago…
Once again this was a commercial. No real information. I still gave a like.
Thank u so much dr
Helpful 👏🏾
What is the level range for testosterone?
Just found you.
Grateful 🙏
Subbed ur channel
Awesome, thank you!
My testosterone is 4 had a totally hysterectomy in 2009.Just started taking testosterone soluble 5 mg. Not sure if 25 mg would be better . It's been a long difficult road. Thank you for the great videos.
I would love a video on low accessible testosterone due to high sex hormone binding globulin levels and how it can be fixed
I have severe joint pain due to super low T post BSO
Hi, I was just recently started on HRT with vaginal estradiol. My uro-gyn had my hormones lab tested and while my estrogen and progesterone were at 0, my testosterone was at 120. I don't have facial acne or facial hair, but i'm very concerned. My Dr. sent a new script into the lab to have a hormone cream of only estrogen and progest. 3 yrs ago, I was a type 2 diabetic - but reversed that with diet/exercise. I am 68 y.o. Ty for your great video on this topic. If you see this, and have any advice for me - i'd truly welcome it.
My testosterone/shbg ratio is 8.6 & serum testosterone is 1.9 . Also serum sex hormone binding glob 22nmol. Awaiting scans pcos tbc. Have you seen these levels before? Ive had bad acne since 2020, always had the hairy issue. I have regular cycles thankfully..
I accidentally lowered my testosterone while on keto. Developed horrible acne as well and messed up my hormones 🥺
same here. how are you doing now? did you manage to have your hormones fixed post keto?
@@petrichor100 Yep I’m actually carnivore now lol. I started drinking more water and eating tons more fat and my hormones have never been better. How about you?
@@niecytorvend9729I am glad to hear you found a way to balance your hormones. I am still trying to figure it out. I may need to see a specialist. :(
@@niecytorvend9729 I’m carnivore too mostly
Keto shot my cholesterol up and made me feel terrible. I'm glad I didn't do any irreversible harm. TERRIBLE DIET!! I'm thin and happy now, but it sure wasn't from, doing keto!
I have successfully used hormone replacement for over 20 years my blood levels are optimal and I feel great my doctor always checks my testosterone levels but never orders the dihydrotestosterone levels. I requested it this time. It was in the red high of 32. He said no concern. I havent looked to deeply into this. What are your thoughts?
Sir plz say the right testosterone levels it should be under 40 because im having hairfall and hairloss my level is 57
If hair loss accures to to much testosterone, will it grow bk once the problem rectified?
Does Maca raise testosterone? And which is better to take DHEA or Maca ?
Thank you 🙏🏼
My husb keeps complaining about sex life so I put on calendar for me to refer to and show him that we’re ok. Much to my surprise he was right 😅, we go 3 weeks to a whole month without it and I did not realize 😮.
So I went to an HRT clinic , did some bloodwork and they put me on HRT that includes testosterone too . Still waiting for my creams to be delivered Can’t wait , told my husb the good news too 😂.
Any update?
@@Cheesecake819 HRT kicks in fast , in 2 weeks already can see results 🤪. But the libido is the last thing I was targeting . The most important was the suicidal depression and the debilitating ankle pain. These are gone , GONE .
I’m going to an endocrinologist (referal after lab work) for low T. T@9 and I’m 21 years old, but I feel like most endocrinologist don’t treat this
You’re right. Very few endocrinologists or other doctors look at testosterone in women, test levels, or help women optimize their testosterone.
I think it's impossible to figure out what to do with Sheehan patients. My hormones are all over the place. I'm low, I'm high and at times I'm in the normal range. I get tested several times a year and there's no pattern.
I've had no libido regardless of high or low testosterone. My estrogen stays around 30-35 but I know it's cyclical. I did have clumps of hair coming out since 1999 but it stopped after I had Cushing's surgery in 2021.
I've been messed up since 1999 and I don't know what's normal or not.
I contacted you via email about a month and a half ago now but have not heard back is there another way of getting in touch with you?
My poor suffering daughter is only 21 and having so many problems with her hormones which is affecting her self-esteem and her college classes.
Thanks!
Josephine - Sorry if I haven't gotten back with you. This is exactly why I request that you fill out the form on this page: www.simplehormones.com/find-hormone-optimization-specialist/ I get a bunch of referral requests every single day and it's really hard to keep track of them unless I have them all in one place. Thanks for understanding.
Hello sir...I was diagnosed with pcod...my doctor prescribed me some allopathic medicines last year in December including ocp,aldactone and vit D capsules...I was continuously taking these medicines without any break...that time my testosterone level was 71 with hormonal acne and thick body and facial hair and after taking these medicines for one year...my testosterone level is now 46 (under control) and not so significant change in my body and facial hair...what should I do? allopathic medicines result permanently or temporary?
Check out this video ruclips.net/video/RYd8i8iu8qE/видео.html
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My sex drive is awful I never really want sex. I’ve just started HRT progesterone and estrogen gel. Do you think that could help on it’s own or worth checking levels? What test should I get? Our chemist does a total testosterone test is that ok or another one better ?
The gel don't work get to keto diet you testosterone will be high enough
Hi doctor. I am 50 years old and have most of the problems you mentioned, specially hair loss is a nightmare. Also i have one ovary, one was removed when i was 18. My testosterone leve is under 1 and DHEA is very low. The doctors won't give me testosterone as they think it's not safe as they believe i might lose more hair or affect on my voice. Is it safe to use the gel and what's the right dose for women?
The hair loss is normal for women. You may go flat out alopecia if you are put on testosterone. You do not have other hormones to balance it out. I'm 46 and hit menopause next month, officially. Have lost over 2/3 my hair-and just getting started. 😢
@@andreaberryman5354 losing hair for women is normal but not this amount😔
Eating grass fed meat every day 3x a day restored my hair.@@andreaberryman5354
My T level is 100 at 54 smd I do suffer with a slight facial hairs but my energy levels is amazing.
Sounds about right then.
Mines it's high at 196 from taking the pellets I suffer from anxiety so bad that I have gastritis. It's horrible I'm trying to lower it to at least 100. I'm 51 and post menopause
Ya girl you got it going on lol
Yes you feel great
@@zolozek3327thank got I don't need pallets there expensive 🫰😂 🕺🕺I have testosterone naturally I'm lucky 😂
I’ve been told my testosterone levels are at 70 nano grams . Some providers tell me it’s within normal range and some disagree. What is your opinion and how can I reduce those levels.
My doc who has been practicing HRT for 30 years, says they want to see women at at least 100 ng/dc for Total Testosterone.
Mine is 6. That's right, 6. 2 years post hysterectomy BSO. I suffer from SEVERE joint pain and no sex drive, as well as sarcopenia. It's awful.
@@lf7065 Dang that's crazy. Mine is 1,500 ng/DC for Total. 100mg test cypionate and 100mg of nandrolone decanoate per week. Might want to look into low dose nandrolone. Does wonders for your joints. Women who take it from a HRT clinic usually take around 25mg a week. Get ahold of Defy Medical out of Florida. I been with them for 6 years. They are one of the best and very knowledgeable and up to date.
@@lf7065mine is 9 ( normal would be higher than 30 )and the joint pain turned me into an invalid. At 48 can’t go down the stairs or off the car without crying for my dear life. 😢
Good morning doctor. Excuse me for the inconvenience. I am looking for information for my sister and I would like to know what the best total and free testosterone values are for a 45-year-old woman. Thank you.
I'm working on a new video about testosterone levels for women. Should be posted in the next few days.
Hello, I broke out very bad with injectable testosterone so my doctor is recommending a testosterone troche. Do you think it will make me break out also? My testosterone is very low.
The dose you might get from injectable testosterone may end up being too high and cause side effects like acne. A troche is going to be a LOT lower dose. Shouldn't cause nearly as much acne..
Please doctor..can u please tell me medicines
My testosterone levels 4
Im suffering sleeping
problems issues
Unwanted hair upper lip@ chin
Low breast size.. periods low lighter ..hair fall
I just got mine and it came back as 33 by/dl I’m 27 and have been experiencing some hair growth and acne recently. Is that in normal range?
The "normal" range as well as the "optimal" range vary from 1 lab to another. That level doesn't fit either of those, although it's hard to tell without knowing which lab tested the blood sample.
Dear Steve - my gynecologist, who is very reluctant to prescribe testosterone (I’m on estradiol and progesterone already), told me she’d prescribe the lowest dose, which is 0.5 mg per gram, and I’m to apply half a cc daily to inner thigh. (This would be a compounded product.) She didn’t mention doing a blood test for my baseline testosterone, just said she’d want to check my cholesterol levels after 3-6 months of the T treatment. (My current cholesterol levels are actually good.) I was wondering, if you could tell me whether the testosterone dose she’d prescribe is typical/reasonable dose for women? I’m trying to assess whether she’s knowledgeable enough about testosterone treatment for women, and thought that you as a compounding pharmacist could tell me what dose is commonly prescribed for women. Thank you for your valuable videos!
@cm1906 That dose might be a little on the low side. I'd suggest going with what she prescribes and seeing how it goes, then requesting an increase after a few months if you don't feel any different.
@@SimpleHormones Thank you very much for your reply, Steve. I really appreciate you and your work on educating us!
I got my blood work back yesterday and have no detectable testosterone in my body. Do you know why this would be doctor?
I don't know in your particular case. That's something I would definitely recommend you ask a hormone specialist about. Could be a number of different causes. Request a referral to a qualified specialist here simplehormones.com/referral
My ND put me on DHEA (5mg) to raise testosterone and estrogen, but it just made me break out. If you’re deficient in those hormones, is there a reason your body would react to DHEA in that way?
DHEA’s most common side effect is acne. I started taking 50MG, which is a moderate dose for men, and it made my forehead break out. So I take a lower dose - 25MG.
I might also add that oral DHEA capsules MIGHT help with low estradiol and testosterone, based on the fact that DHEA can be converted to those. But in my experience, it’s not all that effective. This is especially true when you have to take a really small dose because of side effects like acne.
@@SimpleHormones Thank you so much! I think it’s time to find a good practitioner. 😉
5 mg is insignificant. Your breakouts on such a low dose are obviously caused by some form of hormone imbalance . Have your testosterone, estradiol and progesterone levels checking by a responsible and knowledgeable practitioner.
Does just the fisical appearance of sode effects matter? Hiw do you actually know hiw much supplementation would be too much to shift for example the brain reward system and make it less efficient) testosteron is also a reward system or am I wrong? (and is there a proven explanation that can make it evident what the environmental factors are for just lower levels in female testosterone? Could lower testosterone just be the signs that a population is just in a chill state, and not so much in a fiscally readynes... Because evolutionary higher blood pressure more blood sugars, more anabolic state(also ESPECIALLY in women associated with cancer even in fisiological amounts) more muscle tone, growth of tissues (like vocal cords, organs, ect... Associated with beeing less attractive in women by the way... Men are more attracted to juvenile traits... Neotony, right? Females that probably hormonally retain more juvenile traits, tend to reprodice more... Less body hair, ect..) So why actually triggering genes with hormones that make women less attractive and are associated with health riscs... Why would you trigger something that the body is not triggering by itself? Women with higher testosterone live less... I just don't get it...
what is the optimal testosterone level for an athletic woman 35 years old?
That’s a bit hard to nail down exactly. Depends on the specific lab the blood sample is sent to. The doctors I work with look at something called “Free Testosterone.” That’s the most important level.
Hi. How do feel about saw palmetto for high testosterone in women. Thanks in advance
He is risen . . . indeed! Not sure about the evidence supporting saw palmetto for high testosterone in women. One of the major causes for high testosterone is high insulin, which is often diet-related and may also be rooted in low thyroid. Here's a video that explains PCOS ruclips.net/video/RYd8i8iu8qE/видео.html
@@SimpleHormones Thank you so much for your reply. I really appreciate it. According to the Dr I saw my level of testosterone 40 ng/dl is high, free testosterone is 2.6 ng/dl. My a1c was 4.4%, glucose 82. I've never missed a cycle. Tsh was 127. Estradiol 247, progesterone 95, dhea 181 She diagnosed me with PCOS but I'm not seeing the driving factor of what brought her to that conclusion considering labs showed to be in range. It seems like because I mentioned a few hairs on my chin she believes it's from my testosterone levels therefore it's pcos and want to prescribe birth control to balance my hormones. I really don't understand. Any advice would be appreciated? I watched many of your videos. Thanks
Need help....I have high testosterone it was 144 now I do another test after using metformin for 3 months n it went up higher
The best thing I can do is to refer you to a hormone optimization specialist. There's a referral form on my website here simplehormones.com/referral
Now I’m at peace with my inner self … I got it all wrong before and was stressed out when I found out my testosterone is below normal
What did you do to cure it? I can't find a reason for it's depression 😔
@@nourelhoda5172 Get your levels checked, and also include exercises like walking or swimming, nurturing your helth physically, emotionally and mentally will make you feel more in control. I know you can feel better, and accept happiness in your life. My best wishes for you.
Mine is < 0.03 ug/L which means what? It’s so little it didn’t even register on the lab test. Oh joy.
Your link to find a provider in the area you want is broken.
Thanks. I'll take a look. Try this one www.simplehormones.com/referral/
We are looking for a functional medicine hormone specialist.
Visit this link www.simplehormones.com/find-hormone-optimization-specialist/ and fill out the form. Any other way of requesting a referral might get lost in the shuffle.
Thank you Doctor for your video.
We know that a man/woman need both testosterone AND estrogen, but why do we hear sometimes that men should have 0 estrogen ? We hear so much in society that testosterone is powerful, that it almost feels like estrogen is despised and is associated with being a crybaby versus testosterone with being courageous, agressive, assertive, emotionless (all which are powerful traits in our society). It seems a woman with higher testosterone than normal is ok, but a man with higher estrogen is depicted as not a ''real man'' which I find stupid.
What about Estrogen Levels in Men ?
Thanks for watching and for that great question! The topic of estrogen in men is quite controversial. Testosterone in men is naturally converted into an estrogen (estradiol) to varying degrees. Some providers want men to take a drug (it's called an "aromatase inhibitor") that prevents testosterone from being converted into estradiol and keeps estradiol levels low. Although these drugs do have their place and some situations may require them, the providers I work with generally try not to prescribe aromatase inhibitors. That's because the medical research shows that estradiol has some real benefits in men. You're right in saying, ". . . a man/woman need both testosterone and estrogen." But not everyone agrees with that statement.
@@SimpleHormones Good to have an expert's opinion ! Thank you Doctor for your response!
@@Takiki great question,i want to share my peronal experience,even i use to think that estrogen is somekind of culprit in men
I started taking testerone ,and then i started taking aromatase inhibitor to bottom down my estrogen,i regreted it,but soon i realised i made a mistake,my libido went down drastically,cant maintain erections,and when i stopped AI ,my libido went back to normal,but when i started reseaching about hormones,i started experimenting with myself ,i started microdosing oral estradial and progrsterone along with testerone,my libido went above normal(at the right dose),i can maintain prolong hard erection,and i have been doing for the past couple of years,the down side is i developed a pea size gyno,which is not really visible and it doesnt bother me,and its same for the last two years,but my libido is always through the roof,better moods and i feel so good,unlike i was feeling sh**y when i was taking A.I.
I have met many men who had killed their estrogen because of bodybuilding and their sex drive was non existant and had weaker erections(A.i. was the culprit)
So the ratio of testerone estrogen and progesterone matters a lot both in men and women
So the take away
My testosterone just came back with 9.3.. im just very tired
Plz tell me is 0.08 testerone level normal in 17 year girl plz tell
That's a relatively low testosterone level. But it's not necessarily a worrisome sign.
I was prescribed testosterone for low libido
In a gel.
And I’m on hrt estridial patch and micronize progesterone.
And I feel so much better. Although I have been spotting at five months on HRT treatment and now at seven months I have a full on bleeding like a regular period going a second day.
I’m on 0.05 estradiol
100 mg of micronize progesterone
A pea size fell Testosterone gel.
I need to see my Doctor.
But my question to you is:
What do you think is causing my spotting and now I’m having a period at 60 yrs. Old?
Thanks for watching. You're right. You should see your doctor. As this video suggests, increasing the progesterone dose is usually the simplest and most likely solution to breakthrough bleeding. ruclips.net/video/_J2wWHx7Bcg/видео.html
Men is the issue, a female is better off taking a month away from a penis.
Hi i am married woman and Currenly i am having Testosterone range is around 89.0,can you please suggest me how to reduce the range 89 to normal as i am observing hair growth on my face and other areas.
I would suggest looking for a hormone optimization specialist who can help you figure out the root problem underneath that high testosterone. A hormone specialist will assess many different blood levels and symptoms and figure out what's really going on. Then they'll help to optimize all your hormones to relieve those masculinization symptoms and reduce your health risks at the same time. simplehormones.com/referral
how can I fix low levels please
You might be interested in this video: How To Get Testosterone for Women | Compounded Testosterone in Women ruclips.net/video/QNNmy01MGz0/видео.html
My doctor says I don’t have an insulin problem but I have high testosterone & facial hair and anovulation… what else could be the root cause of not glucose issues
Can using testosterone in peri menopause cause a little bit of aggression or bluntness?
@niamhbyrne4036 The short answer is yes. That may be a sign that the dose is a bit too high.
@@SimpleHormones could this happen after being on a pea sized amount of testogel once a day? Thanks
Hey doc , can you tell us how much of test a woman can inject if it s for fitness goals without any viraluzation ?
As the video points out, testosterone levels are a bit complex. A woman injecting testosterone for fitness brings in even more complexity. You’d definitely need a hormone optimization provider’s guidance.
Usually what I hear is 25mg week but you need labs to keep an eye on your level. You want to be high end of normal but not over normal.
My testosterone levels are too high. Having trouble getting it down
how are you lowering T levels in women?
That depends on the reason T levels are high. So in PCOS, there are 2 major root issues that lead to high androgen levels: insulin resistance and sub-optimal thyroid. Tackling both of those issues can reduce high testosterone in those women, along with reversing anovulation due to high testosterone. In women taking testosterone who end up with too high T levels, the (somewhat obvious but not always straightforward) solution is to reduce the dose of testosterone they take. This may especially be tricky in patients with a subcutaneous pellet that needs to be removed. If high T levels are caused by adrenal tumors - well that’s a major problem that definitely needs to be addressed.
I m female
My testosterone 20 ng
Free 9 pg
Shbg 146nm
It's normal y abnormal
What is optimum measurement?
As I mentioned in the video (did you watch it?) the optimal level of testosterone depends on a lot of factors. There’s no single number to shoot for. It depends on the lab you go to, your SHBG level, and your symptoms. The most important thing is getting a provider who knows what they’re doing with testosterone.
@@SimpleHormones thank you for the reply I just got my testosterone checked is 71.0 but according to the lab I should be 30.0 seeing dr on Wednesday and will go from there
I’m 33 and my testosterone is 225. They can’t get it under control, and medicine like spironolactone makes my hair fall out even more! They’re saying the only thing I can do is get a hysterectomy. 😩
Hysterectomy is sometimes necessary, but think of it as an absolute last resort. There are several possible reasons for high testosterone, including some serious ones. The most likely ones include insulin resistance, which causes PCOS. Sounds like you’d benefit from seeing a hormone provider with experience.
Go to see a hormonal therapy Dr.
@@c.m.5346 Well that’s what the hormone doctor told me…
Spearmint tea reduces testosterone 👍
after watching a bazillion of these videos, i have come to a conclusion that i am fvcked. Im trying to figure out if i have low or high T but it seems like the symptoms for both are so similar. All i know is that i have acne on my chin, especially on the right side, i bloat a lot, my hair falls more than normal, and i stopped taking birthcontrol pills about 4 months ago (i was on it for 13 years). i am 30 yrs old, 5’7 tall and 110lbs. I’ve tried ketodiet, fasting, vegetarian, low carb, high carb, no gluten/ dairy. Nothing worked, i still bloat and have so much acne. i hate that i can’t afford getting a bloodwork :(
Health has no price. Make the effort, and try to take natural unless you need chemical meds.
You might have a gut bacteria issue not T level issue.
Low motivation is a key symptom of low testosterone, so if you have zero motivation/drive, (despite being interested in accomplishing certain things you just never seem to be able to whip up enough enthusiasm or "will" to do it), that's a huge red flag. Unlike with depression, which makes you lose interest in doing things you used to enjoy, low T doesn't take away the interest, it just takes away the motivation or "get up and go". You've got the interest and energy, you just lack the focus and motivation/drive to actually get to it.
It might be candida. You can do a spit test in the morning at home for free. Google it.
@@milumav you are right … but lowt can cause depression too . And if miss diagnosed and they treat you for just depression then you can suffer for years .. and it causes a snowball effect on the person.
For 180 testosterone is great not too much just right 🕺🕺🕺🕺🎶🤪
What should a woman testosterone be?
@stacyswoope7110 That depends . . . but here's a video to explain a little more about testosterone levels. ruclips.net/video/Ll4UYiqM5gU/видео.html
Women have a sex drive not driven by men!
Sex drive is complicated and involves relational, emotional, physical, and life circumstance factors. The men in your life may have an impact. But so do the hormones your body may or may not be making.
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