Often called the male hormone, testosterone plays a vital—but often overlooked—role in women’s health. In this article, we discuss how testosterone is essential for women’s energy, mood, libido, and body composition. We also look at how testosterone imbalances affect overall well-being and how the ReBalance HRT Program at Greenwich Medical Spa can help women feel like themselves again.
What Does Testosterone Do in Women?
Testosterone is a vital hormone for women, supporting muscle mass, bone density, energy levels, mood, cognitive function, and libido. It also plays a role in women’s menstrual cycle and fertility.
- Energy & Mood: Boosts energy levels and enhances mood while helping to alleviate anxiety.
- Muscle & Bone Health: Promotes muscle growth and strengthens bone density, contributing to overall physical health.
- Cognition: Supports cognitive function, keeping your mind sharp and focused
- Sex Drive (Libido): Directly impacts and improves libido, or sex drive.
- Menstrual Cycle & Fertility: Helps regulate the menstrual cycle and supports fertility.
- Cardiovascular Health: Improves glucose metabolism and lipid profiles, promoting heart health.
- Skin Health: Can increase collagen and elastin, improving skin quality.
What Causes Low Testosterone in Women?
The most common reason for lower testosterone is getting older. In women, about half of the testosterone is produced in the ovaries and the adrenal glands located above the kidneys, but it is also synthesized throughout the body. As women age, particularly during menopause, testosterone levels can decline significantly, often by as much as 50%.
What Happens When Testosterone is Low in Women?
When testosterone levels are low in women, it can cause the following side effects:
- Thinning hair
- Fatigue
- Brain fog
- Irritability
- Weight gain
- Decreased sex drive
- Muscle weakness
- Bone loss
- Irregular periods
- Infertility
Testosterone levels gradually begin to decrease as women enter their 30s but drop around the time of the perimenopause and menopause.
Why Women Often Go Undiagnosed
Low testosterone in women is often hard to diagnose because its symptoms overlap with other conditions like depression, stress, aging, thyroid issues, or low iron (anemia). To check your testosterone levels, healthcare providers usually order a blood test to measure how much testosterone is in your body.
The ReBalance HRT Program at Greenwich Medical Spa
Feeling “off” doesn’t have to be the new normal. At GMS, we’re pleased to help women feel like themselves again with the ReBalance HRT Program. Our team of board-certified providers will guide you through comprehensive hormone testing and create a customized treatment plan that helps restore balance—so you can regain your energy, clarity, and confidence. Don’t settle for feeling less than your best. Take the first step toward thriving—schedule your consultation today.
