es. While testosterone is often associated with men, it is also essential for women’s health. Women produce testosterone in the ovaries and adrenal glands, though in much smaller amounts than men. When levels fall below optimal—due to aging, surgical menopause, chronic stress, or hormone imbalance—it can lead to significant symptoms.
Low testosterone in women is underdiagnosed and often mistaken for depression, burnout, or early menopause.
Women with low testosterone may experience:
If several of these symptoms sound familiar—and standard blood work has ruled out thyroid or anemia—it may be time to evaluate your testosterone levels.
Testosterone plays a critical role in female physiology. It supports:
When testosterone is optimized, many women report feeling more like themselves—energized, motivated, and confident.
Testosterone can decline due to several factors:
Even women in their 30s can experience low testosterone—especially if they’ve had hormone-disrupting life events.
Female testosterone therapy is not the same as male TRT. Doses are significantly lower and must be carefully balanced to avoid side effects.
Common delivery methods include:
At The Pur Health, we base all hormone therapy decisions on lab testing, symptoms, and medical history. We prescribe bioidentical testosterone in microdoses and monitor levels through follow-up labs.
When prescribed appropriately, testosterone therapy may help:
Most women begin noticing results within a few weeks, with full benefits emerging over 2–3 months.
Yes—when prescribed by a qualified physician and monitored with labs, testosterone therapy is safe for women.
What we do NOT do:
What we DO offer:
Side effects are rare but may include increased hair growth, acne, or voice changes—usually only when dosing is too high. We avoid this by following conservative protocols.
A typical total testosterone range for adult women is 15–70 ng/dL. However, symptoms—not just lab numbers—determine whether treatment is needed.
Yes. Testosterone is directly involved in sexual arousal and desire. Many women with low libido see dramatic improvement with testosterone therapy.
Yes. While estrogen and progesterone are commonly prescribed, testosterone is an important third hormone in many bioidentical hormone replacement plans.
H3: Will testosterone make me more masculine? No—not at proper doses. We use microdoses tailored for women’s physiology. You will not develop facial hair, a deeper voice, or masculine features under our care.
H3: Who should not take testosterone? Testosterone therapy is not appropriate for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have certain hormone-sensitive cancers. All candidates are evaluated carefully before beginning treatment.
H2: The Pur Health Approach to Female Hormone Optimization At The Pur Health in Irvine, we take a holistic, physician-guided approach to hormone health for women. We evaluate testosterone, estrogen, progesterone, thyroid function, cortisol, and insulin resistance to understand the full hormonal picture.
Women deserve more than generic lab results and quick dismissals. If you’re experiencing symptoms that no one can explain, we’re here to listen, evaluate, and create a safe, customized treatment pla
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