Are there any negative effects of biodentical testosterone?

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Evelyn Resh MPH,CNM (Certified Sexuality Counselor & Nurse-Midwife) answered (10/2/2012)

Negative effects of testosterone - whether bio-identical or not - depend largely on the quantity of testosterone in your prescription. Also, I always give this as a topical medication to be rubbed on the inner thigh or directly on the labial folds. Generally, when doses do not exceed 5mg/ml. any negative side-effects are unlikely. The higher the dose, the more likely you may see some increase in facial hair, maybe a bit of acne, and/or irritability. Enlarging of the clitoris and voice changes are rare unless the dose is really high and being given deliberately in a quantity that facilitates transitioning from female to male. Testosterone, like other bio-identical hormones, are a good idea for some people depending on their symptoms or condition. Lastly, give your dose about 3-4 weeks before you decide if it's working for you. It takes this long to fully evaluate it.

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Michele1962 answered (3/13/2013)

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