Low Testosterone in Women: The Silent Hormone Imbalance

Testosterone is often thought of as a “male hormone,” but it plays a vital role in women’s health too. In fact, women produce testosterone in their ovaries and adrenal glands, and when levels fall below optimal, the effects can be subtle but deeply disruptive.

What Does Testosterone Do in Women?

Testosterone supports:

    •    Libido and sexual satisfaction

    •    Energy and mental clarity

    •    Muscle tone and metabolism

    •    Mood stability and motivation

    •    Bone density and skin elasticity

It helps women feel strong, sharp, and vibrant.

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Why Low Testosterone Is Overlooked in Women

Many women with low testosterone are misdiagnosed or ignored. Here’s why:

    •    Symptoms are non-specific: fatigue, low libido, brain fog, and weight gain are often blamed on stress or aging.

    •    Hormone panels may exclude free testosterone, the most active form.

    •    Many providers aren’t trained to recognize low testosterone in women, especially premenopausal patients.

    •    Women may feel dismissed or told “everything looks normal” when they know something is off.

As a result, low testosterone in women is both under-tested and under-treated.

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Symptoms to Watch For

You might benefit from a testosterone evaluation if you experience:

    •    Low sex drive or decreased sensitivity

    •    Persistent fatigue or lack of motivation

    •    Loss of muscle tone despite exercise

    •    Brain fog or poor focus

    •    Increased belly fat or difficulty losing weight

    •    Mood swings or irritability

These are not just signs of aging. They could be hormone-related.

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Treatment Options for Women

Bioidentical testosterone therapy can be:

    •    Topical (cream applied to skin)

    •    Transmucosal (vaginal application)

    •    Injectable (microdose protocol)

    •    Pellet therapy (long-acting implant)

Therapy is always individualized and closely monitored to ensure optimal benefits without unwanted side effects.

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The TeleDocWell Approach

At TeleDocWell, we take your symptoms seriously. We use comprehensive lab panels and personalized consultations to uncover hidden hormone imbalances—including testosterone.

If you feel like something is missing, even if “labs are normal,” you deserve to be heard.

Schedule your hormone evaluation today and start feeling like yourself again.