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'Menopause isn't really that bad'...said no woman ever.

For those who are approaching or experiencing 'the change' (think reverse puberty), a time where hormone levels decline either through the aging process or by medical/surgical means.

Menopause and Perimenopause (the transitional time before Menopause) are unique to every person, and while there's no one-size fits all, we support each other on this roller coaster ride of wacked out hormones, absurd mood swings and random sweaty hot flashes.

Be kind. Be respectful. We are all in this together!


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I have been on testosterone 1% for 3 months now. I feel like it took 6 weeks or so for me to feel the effects. I'm happy to say that my libido has increased, not to the same levels that it was before, but I'm hopeful that it may continue to change. My doctor says that it takes about 6 months for things to level out in your system.

I was completely averse to sex for the last 2 years and now I can actually initiate sex which is huge for me.

I haven't noticed any other changes that you get warned about.

If anyone has any questions please feel free to ask. And I would urge anyone who's having libido issues to inquire about going on testosterone because estrogen did nothing for me in that regard.

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[โ€“] unexplaineditem 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

No literally the only change is with my libido. I feel like I've got a bit more energy, but that may also be because I'm now medicated for ADHD. It's been a wild ride!

It's worth noting that I do have chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia and I'm really bad at exercising ๐Ÿซ 

[โ€“] leftylibra 1 points 1 year ago

It is hard to determine 'what is contributing to what' in menopause, and it's all a juggling act trying to balance out medications, vitamins, diets. It sounds like you are figuring it all out though! And it's great you found a doctor who is willing to prescribe T.