research Controversies Regarding Transdermal Androgen Therapy in Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy may slightly improve sexual function in postmenopausal women, but its long-term safety is unknown.
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research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
research Practical Geriatrics: Maintaining Sexual Health After Menopause
Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.
research Managing Menopause Chapter 8: Sexuality and Menopause
Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.
research The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research Hormone Therapy in the Treatment of Breast Cancer and Main Outcomes in Sexuality
Hormone therapy for breast cancer often leads to sexual issues like vaginal dryness and decreased libido.
research Sexuality and Old Age
Older adults still engage in sexual activities but face challenges like health issues and lack of professional support, highlighting the need for better healthcare provider education and research on sexual fulfillment in old age.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A New Hope in Dermatology?
Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research Menopause
The document concludes that individualized treatment and lifestyle changes are important for managing menopause symptoms and health risks.
research A Gender Hypothesis of Sex Disparities in Adverse Drug Events
Gendered social factors, not just biology, contribute to sex differences in adverse drug events.
research Sexual Function and Depressive Symptoms in Young Women With Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia may experience worse sexual function and mild depression compared to healthy women.
research Sexual Desire in a Sample of Married Egyptian Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Married Egyptian women with PCOS have lower sexual desire compared to those without PCOS.
research Spironolactone May Be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Sexual Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone might cause painful intercourse and decreased sexual arousal in women.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase-Related Side Effects in Patients Seeking Medical Care for Sexual Dysfunction
5α-reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual drive and spontaneous erections but don't worsen existing erectile or ejaculatory problems.
research To Study Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in a Fragile X Carrier Female Successfully Treated with Local Testosterone Application
Local testosterone treatment improved sexual desire in a female with fragile X syndrome.
research A Randomized Trial of Oral DHEA Treatment for Sexual Function, Well-Being, and Menopausal Symptoms in Postmenopausal Women with Low Libido
DHEA did not improve sexual function, well-being, or menopausal symptoms in postmenopausal women with low libido but caused side effects like acne and increased facial hair.
research Management of Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Patients Taking Adjuvant Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy
Non-hormonal treatments should be used first for sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal breast cancer patients on aromatase inhibitors, with hormones as a second option.
research Intravaginal Testosterone Improves Sexual Satisfaction and Vaginal Symptoms Associated With Aromatase Inhibitors
Intravaginal testosterone cream improves sexual satisfaction and reduces vaginal discomfort in postmenopausal women on breast cancer treatment without affecting hormone levels.
research Androgen Treatment of Postmenopausal Women
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
research The Safety of Testosterone Therapy in Women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
research Testosterone and Female Sexuality: A Skeptical View
Testosterone's role in women's sex drive is unclear and needs more research, as low levels don't always mean less sexual interest and high levels can cause side effects.
research The Clinical Management of Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Postmenopausal Women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: A Review
Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
research FDA-Approved (Bremelanotide, Flibanserin) and Off-Label Medications (Testosterone, Sildenafil) to Enhance Sexual Desire and Function in Women
Some medications can help increase sexual desire and function in women.
research Dehydroepiandrosterone for Women in the Peri- or Postmenopausal Phase
DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research Flibanserin Subset Analyses and the Androgenics of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Flibanserin's effectiveness for low sexual desire in premenopausal women may vary based on hormone levels, with normal hormone levels showing better responses.
research Androgen Treatment in Women: A Review of Testosterone Therapy and Its Effects
Testosterone therapy can help improve sexual function, mood, and bone density in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on long-term safety.
research Molecular Basis of Androgen Action on Human Sexual Desire
Testosterone significantly affects sexual desire in both men and women, but its impact on women is more complex and influenced by psychological factors.