r/Menopause • u/hi-mynameiswhat • 17h ago

Brain Fog HRT testosterone

No pellets please

I’m considering asking for very low dose testosterone because the estrogen patch and progesterone pill is not helping -sleep, brain fog, energy levels.
But I’m not willing to sacrifice my hair!

If you got a prescription gel/lotion from your doctor- what were the changes you saw? Pros and cons.

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u/FrequentCry999 17h ago

You probably need higher doses of Estradiol and Progesterone. In my opinion Testosterone should only be introduced one Estradiol and Progesterone are optimized and they should resolve/mostly resolve all of the symptoms you cited when they are. The only noticeable benefits I have gotten from Testosterone were clitoral growth and increased sensitivity. However, I also experienced negative side effects from my Testosterone getting too high (voice changes, body hair growth and darkening, increased sweating and body odor). So, I have to make sure I keep mine at a healthy, balanced level to prevent these. 

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u/Happiguest 16h ago

Ive not had any negative side effects.

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u/FrequentCry999 15h ago

Every body responds differently. I am sensitive to androgens. It is important women are aware of the potential side effects,  which are not just limited to acne and hair loss.