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Oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone are not only important for reproductive health but also have important effects on our brain function and cognition. All three hormones are also produced and made in our brains. Regardless of age, it is really important to have an understanding how these hormones work in... show more

Dr Louise Newson

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Helen from Hull2 years ago

So why isn’t testosterone licensed for women in the uk ? Oh yes , privately you can have it , the rich again being able to afford it yet some women cannot being ostracised yet again , not fair at all

Jayne2 years ago

If men had menopause testosterone would be freely available!

Helen from Hull2 years ago

Sick of hearing women bang on about testosterone knowing full well some women cannot afford to go private. Instead of chatting , do something ! Women are suffering as a result

Hannah2 years ago

Why then has my doctor taken me off HRT I feel like shit

D2 years ago

I was prescribed Testosterone by my GP. Waste of time for me though as it did absolutely nothing . Took it for 2 years!

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