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A to Z of Testosterone. A potpourri of observed effects of testosterone when used in conjunction with oestrogen in the menopause. A. ndrogens are the Cinderella of the Menopause Ball……..…. but she did get to marry Prince Charming!.
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A to Z of Testosterone A potpourri of observed effects of testosterone when used in conjunction with oestrogen in the menopause
A ndrogens are the Cinderellaof the Menopause Ball……..… but she did get to marryPrince Charming!
Oestrogen stimulation of the reasts is prevented resulting in greater comfort and control ofenign reast disease. b b b
Does testosterone reduce the risk of oestrogen stimulated breast ancer? c
riving skills may be improved so that a reduction in road accidents may be possible. D
nergy and stamina increases with improved concentration and memory. E
Increased facial hair rowth is the most common complication……….it reduces withdose reduction/ cessation. g
igh level testosterone.... Beware implants plus testosterone cream. H
I mplant testosterone curve--suggested and speculative-- for 100 mgm testosterone implant
Restoration of ibido is not the major priority.This is medical mythology. l
Skin becomes ore oist with the activation of sebaceous glands. m m
ew testosterone patch (Androderm) may be a great advantage. N
The voice itch can drop after testosterone implant but not an inevitable ermanent change. p p
The uality of sleep improves being deeper and more refreshing. q
There are, as yet, no serious health isks attributable to testosterone. r
Mammography may be more tolerable if the woman is given a ingle hot of ustanon. S s s
Skin hickness increases, with possibly improved wound healing. t
nstable mood state is the main indication for testosterone replacement. U
The oice may strengthen after testosterone implant as the antithesis of the quavery 'old woman's voice. v
There may emerge a aking pattern due to increased dreaming. w
E tra topical testosterone may improve voiding and vulval function. x
In some women the incidence of cardiac arrh thmias appears to reduce. y
ero testosterone levels are found in many women on the oral contraceptive and may manifest as 'pill depression'. z