04/15/2026
Testosterone is often misunderstood in womenâand too often reduced to oversimplified or fear-based messaging. The reality is this: testosterone can be a safe and effective therapy for womenâparticularly for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD) and other symptoms of low testosteroneâwhen it is dosed appropriately.
And thatâs the key.
When dosing is rightâmeaning carefully adjusted for female physiology and monitored over timeâwomen are not limited to a single option. They can choose the delivery method that fits their body and their life.
In this video, I walk you through:
đż What testosterone actually does in the female body
đż Common symptoms of low testosterone
đż When therapy may be appropriate
đż The difference between FDA-approved testosterone products for men and the formulations commonly used in women
đż How dosing is approached in women (low, individualized, and not one-size-fits-all)
đż The pros and cons of different delivery methods, including gels, injections, and pellets
We also touch on emerging clinical experience and ongoing research exploring pellet dosing in women, including work in collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine. Early observations suggest that, when dosing is appropriate, stable levels and low rates of side effects are achievableâand in some cases may compare favorably to the variability seen with topical therapies.
This is not about one method being ârightâ and another being âwrong.â Itâs about understanding that doseânot deliveryâis what determines safety and outcomes.
Testosterone is an important hormone in women. It affects libido, mood, energy, muscle, bone, and overall quality of life.
We need more research.
We need better education.
And we need to move toward collaborative, patient-centered careâwhere women are informed, supported, and able to choose what works best for them.
As always, hormone therapy should be individualized and guided by a qualified clinician.
A must-watch video: Should Women Use Male Testosterone Products? | Real-Life Demo with Dr. Susan https://youtu.be/nQlrkWpZOAE
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Testosterone is often misunderstood in womenâand too often reduced to oversimplified or fear-based messaging.The reality is this:testosterone can be a safe a...