Testosterone for Women | Dr. Kelly Casperson at FDA Menopause Hearing

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At the recent ‪@US_FDA‬ hearing on menopause and hormone therapy, Dr. Kelly Casperson addressed a critical gap in care: the absence of FDA-approved testosterone options for women. While testosterone is widely available and approved for men, women remain without regulated, evidence-based dosing — despite clear benefits.

In this 5-minute speech, Dr. Casperson highlights the science, the inequity, and why this matters for all genders.

 

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Thread 'The Casperson Clinic'

May 30, 2025

Dr. Kelly Casperson is a board-certified urologic surgeon, sex educator, and CEO of The Casperson Clinic, specializing in hormones, sexual health, and midlife wellness. This channel is your go-to resource for science-backed insights on intimacy, desire, and thriving in midlife. Through expert advice and candid conversations,

Dr. Kelly helps women overcome myths about sexual health, demystify hormones, and create fulfilling relationships. Whether you’re navigating menopause, seeking to improve intimacy, or simply want to prioritize your...

• madman
• peri/menopause; sexual health; hrt
• Replies: 6
• Forum: Doctor and Clinic Reviews

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Thread 'What Really Happened at the FDA Menopause Panel'

Jul 24, 2025

The FDA finally held a hearing on menopause—and it was long overdue. Georgie Kovacs breaks down the powerful expert testimony, the systemic failures, and why this matters for every woman navigating midlife care.

In this grounded recap, you’ll learn:

• Why the FDA’s black box warning on vaginal estrogen may be misleading

• The difference between systemic and local hormone absorption—and why it matters

• How testosterone access for women remains limited despite clear clinical need

• What experts like Dr. James...

• madman
• menopause; hrt; fda; women's health
• Replies: 8
• Forum: HRT in Women

 

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Thread 'Testosterone and Menopause: Every Women Should Know This'

Jul 30, 2025

Libido is incredibly complex!

* 14:09 Why Testosterone Alone Won’t Fix Your Libido And What Will

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Most women are never told the full story about testosterone. It’s often framed as a “male hormone” or reduced to just being about sex — if it’s mentioned at all. But the truth is, testosterone plays a crucial role in women’s health during menopause, and for many of us, it’s the missing link in hormone therapy.

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a top urologist and expert in prescribing testosterone for...

• madman
• menopause; hrt; testosterone; sexual health
• Replies: 8
• Forum: HRT in Women

 

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Thread 'The need for FDA approved testosterone formulations for women: Urologists advocacy'

Aug 2, 2025

* Winter explained that for a hormone replacement therapy to receive FDA approval, it must demonstrate safety and appropriate pharmacokinetics—specifically, its ability to raise hormone levels. Unlike other drug approvals, efficacy data is not required, as there is broad clinical consensus that restoring essential hormone levels is critical to overall health.

Ashley Winter, MD, discusses testosterone therapy for women | Urology Times

Ashley G. Winter, MD, reflects on the need for FDA approved testosterone formulations in women, emphasizing that urologists are well-positioned to drive change in this space.

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Ashley G. Winter, MD, reflects on the need for FDA approved testosterone...

• madman
• hypogonadism; hrt; menopause; women's health
• Replies: 5
• Forum: HRT in Women

 

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Thread 'Estradiol & Testosterone Testing in Menopause: Why Inaccurate Hormone Lab Results Could Be Putting Your Health at Risk'

Aug 7, 2025

* The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has established a program to standardize and improve the measurement of steroid hormones, including E2 and T, using liquid chromatography-tandem MS (LC-MS/MS). In addition, the CDC has partnered to establish postmenopausal reference ranges for T and is developing reference intervals for E2. Minimizing some of the technical limitations of the current immunoassays and MS assays should provide better and more accurate assays for patient care.


* Equilibrium dialysis combined with a MS assay is...

• madman
• menopause; hrt; t/e2; testing/assays
• Replies: 7
• Forum: HRT in Women

 

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Thread 'Testosterone, Estrogen & Menopause: Dr. Kelly Casperson Unpacks FDA Women’s Health Breakthroughs + The Future of HRT & Mental Health'

Aug 21, 2025

In this episode of You Are Not Broken, Dr. Kelly Casperson recaps the recent FDA event dedicated to women’s health, spotlighting the critical role of hormones like testosterone and estrogen. She shares key insights from expert panels, explains why better education and prescribing practices are urgently needed among physicians, and reveals exciting details about her upcoming book on menopause. Kelly also explores the mental health impact of hormonal changes during perimenopause and offers a preview of her nationwide book tour aimed at rewriting the...

• madman
• peri/post menopause; hrt; estrogen/testosterone
• Replies: 2
• Forum: HRT in Women

 

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Thread 'Testosterone in Women: Myths, Benefits & Risks of HRT After Menopause'

Aug 31, 2025

21:44 How Can Women Measure Testosterone Accurately?

* everybody's sensitivity to testosterone and to estrogen varies otherwise it would be a one size fits all




51:29 What Are The Safety Considerations For Testosterone Therapy?

* if women use too much they will get masculinization including clitoromegaly and voice change and scalp hairloss

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Professor Susan Davis, an endocrinologist and one of the world’s leading experts on hormones in women’s health...

• madman
• menopause; testosterone; hrt; health
• Replies: 7
• Forum: HRT in Women