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Testosterone and Women’s Health

Confused about hormones? You’re not alone.

Let’s make this make sense.

Hormone health is complex.

Women are often navigating it with incomplete information.

Testosterone is commonly associated with men’s health, yet it is produced in women throughout life and plays a role in how the body functions day to day. Despite this, women have been significantly underrepresented in testosterone research, and there is currently no FDA-approved testosterone therapy specifically for women.

At the same time, hormone and midlife clinicians have been prescribing compounded forms of testosterone for women for decades, based on clinical experience and emerging evidence. That disconnect, between real-world practice and formal research, leaves many women without clear guidance or consistent standards of care.

Our work focuses on clarifying this gap through science, clinical context, and lived experience.

WHY TESTOSTERONE MATTERS IN THE BODY

Testosterone is not a “male hormone.”

It’s a foundational hormone that supports multiple systems in the body.

In women, testosterone contributes to:

Physical energy and stamina

It plays a role in how the body produces and uses energy, influencing fatigue and physical resilience.

Muscle and bone integrity

Testosterone supports lean muscle mass and bone strength, which are critical for mobility and long-term health as women age.

Neurological and cognitive function

Androgens are involved in brain signaling and may influence focus, motivation, and mental clarity.

These effects don’t exist in isolation. Hormones work as a network, and changes in testosterone can influence how the body responds overall, especially during midlife.