Testosterone for Women
Testosterone for Women
Testosterone for Women Clinic in London
Expert Testosterone Therapy for Women from Experienced Consultant Gynaecologists
Although testosterone is often thought of as a male hormone, it is also produced naturally by women and plays an important role in sexual wellbeing and libido. Testosterone levels gradually decline with age and may reduce more significantly during or after menopause, particularly following surgical menopause. While many women experience no noticeable symptoms, others may develop a persistent reduction in sexual desire that affects their confidence, intimate relationships, and overall quality of life.
At Gynaecology Clinic London, our experienced consultant gynaecologists provide expert assessment and testosterone therapy for women in a professional, supportive, and discreet environment. We understand that symptoms affecting sexual wellbeing can be difficult to discuss, which is why we take the time to understand your concerns, review your medical history and any current hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and determine whether testosterone therapy is appropriate for your individual circumstances. Our recommendations are based on a comprehensive assessment and the latest clinical evidence to ensure treatment is both safe and effective.
Whether you have persistent low sexual desire after menopause, continue to experience symptoms despite HRT, have undergone surgical menopause, or would simply like specialist advice about testosterone therapy, our consultants provide prompt access to expert assessment, evidence-based treatment, and ongoing monitoring to help restore your confidence, improve your sexual wellbeing, and optimise your long-term health.
Dr Luxmi Velauthar
MBChB, MRCOG, MD
Why Choose Gynaecology Clinic London?
Consultant-Led Care
Your assessment and treatment are provided by experienced consultant gynaecologists with expertise in menopause management, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and women's hormonal health, ensuring you receive specialist advice based on your individual symptoms and treatment goals.
Comprehensive Hormone Assessment
Before recommending testosterone therapy, we carry out a thorough assessment of your symptoms, medical history, current medications, hormone therapy, and overall health to determine whether treatment is appropriate and identify any other contributing factors.
Evidence-Based Treatment
Our recommendations are guided by the latest clinical evidence and current best practice. We will explain the potential benefits, limitations, and risks of testosterone therapy, helping you make informed decisions about your treatment with confidence.
Ongoing Monitoring
Regular follow-up appointments and, where appropriate, blood tests allow us to monitor your response to treatment, review your hormone levels, and adjust your dosage if required to optimise both safety and effectiveness.
Accepted by Major Health Insurers
We welcome both self-pay and insured patients and work with all major private health insurers where appropriate, helping make access to specialist menopause and hormonal care as straightforward as possible.
Fast Access to Appointments
Private care provides prompt access to specialist consultations, hormone assessment, testosterone therapy, and ongoing follow-up, allowing you to receive expert care, timely treatment, and continued support without unnecessary delays.
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Private Medical Insurance
At Gynaecology Clinic London, we aim to make access to specialist women’s healthcare as straightforward and transparent as possible. We welcome both insured and self-pay patients, and work with most major private medical insurers. Our team can provide guidance on appointments, insurance cover, and payment options, helping ensure the process is clear and supportive from the outset, so you can focus on your health and wellbeing with confidence.
Fees and Pricing
Clear and transparent pricing is an important part of planning your care. The following guide outlines our consultation fees. If further investigations, procedures, or treatments are recommended, these will be discussed with you in advance so that you fully understand the costs involved.
Initial
Consultation
£250
Your initial consultation includes a comprehensive assessment of your symptoms and medical history, along with any appropriate examinations, investigations, and treatment options. A personalised care plan will be developed based on your individual needs.
Follow-Up
Consultation
£200
Follow-up consultations provide an opportunity to review your progress, discuss investigation results, assess your response to treatment, and ensure your care plan continues to meet your needs.
What Is Testosterone Therapy for Women?
Testosterone is a naturally occurring hormone that is produced by women in small amounts and plays an important role in sexual desire, arousal, and overall sexual wellbeing. Testosterone levels gradually decline with age and may reduce more significantly during or after menopause, particularly following surgical menopause. While many women do not experience symptoms, some may develop a persistent reduction in sexual desire that can have a significant impact on their confidence, intimate relationships, and quality of life.
Testosterone therapy involves prescribing carefully controlled, low doses of testosterone to women who are considered suitable following specialist assessment. The aim is to restore testosterone levels to the normal female range and improve symptoms where appropriate. Because women require much lower doses than men, treatment is carefully monitored to ensure it remains both safe and effective. Before recommending testosterone therapy, your consultant will assess your symptoms, review your medical history and any current hormone replacement therapy (HRT), explain the potential benefits and limitations of treatment, and ensure it is the right option for your individual circumstances.
Who May Benefit from Testosterone Therapy?
Testosterone therapy is not suitable for every woman experiencing menopausal symptoms, which is why a thorough specialist assessment is essential before treatment is considered. Although testosterone levels naturally decline with age and after menopause, not every woman with lower hormone levels will develop symptoms or benefit from treatment. Many symptoms associated with menopause can have a variety of underlying causes, including hormonal changes, medical conditions, psychological factors, or relationship issues. Our experienced consultant gynaecologists will carefully assess your symptoms, medical history, current hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and overall health to determine whether testosterone therapy is appropriate and whether other treatments should also be considered.
You may benefit from testosterone therapy if you have persistent low sexual desire after menopause that is causing personal distress, particularly if your symptoms continue despite optimised HRT where appropriate. Testosterone therapy may also be considered for women who have undergone surgical menopause or who would like specialist assessment to determine whether declining testosterone levels are contributing to their symptoms. Your consultant will explain whether testosterone therapy is likely to benefit you, discuss the expected benefits and limitations of treatment, and recommend the most appropriate management plan based on your individual circumstances.
Symptoms Associated with Low Testosterone
Symptoms associated with low testosterone can vary considerably between women and often overlap with other menopausal symptoms or medical conditions. For this reason, low testosterone cannot be diagnosed on symptoms alone, and a comprehensive specialist assessment is important before treatment is considered. Identifying the underlying cause of your symptoms helps ensure that the most appropriate treatment is recommended and that other possible contributing factors are not overlooked.
Some women may experience a persistent reduction in sexual desire, fewer sexual thoughts, reduced arousal, or a loss of interest in intimacy that causes personal distress. These symptoms may develop gradually and continue despite otherwise successful menopause treatment, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT). If low testosterone is suspected following a comprehensive assessment, your consultant will discuss whether testosterone therapy is appropriate as part of your individual treatment plan.
When Should You Consider Testosterone Therapy?
If you have experienced a persistent reduction in sexual desire that is causing personal distress, particularly after menopause, it may be appropriate to seek specialist advice. While changes in libido can occur for many reasons, including hormonal changes, relationship factors, medical conditions, and certain medications, a comprehensive assessment can help identify the underlying cause and determine whether testosterone therapy is likely to be beneficial. Early specialist assessment also helps ensure that other potential causes of your symptoms are appropriately identified and managed.
Our experienced consultant gynaecologists take a holistic approach, carefully reviewing your symptoms, medical history, current medications, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and overall health before recommending treatment. If testosterone therapy is appropriate, we will explain the expected benefits, potential risks, and ongoing monitoring required, ensuring you can make an informed decision about your treatment with confidence.
What Does Your Consultation Involve?
Your consultation will begin with a detailed discussion about your symptoms, menopause history, medical history, medications, lifestyle, and any current hormone replacement therapy (HRT). We will take the time to understand how your symptoms are affecting your sexual wellbeing, relationships, confidence, and overall quality of life, while also exploring any other factors that may be contributing to your symptoms. This comprehensive assessment helps determine whether testosterone therapy is appropriate and ensures that any treatment recommendations are tailored to your individual circumstances and health goals.
Where appropriate, your consultant may recommend blood tests or other investigations to support your assessment and exclude other possible medical or hormonal causes of your symptoms. Once your assessment has been completed, we will explain our findings clearly, answer any questions you may have, discuss whether testosterone therapy is likely to benefit you, and develop a personalised treatment and ongoing monitoring plan designed to optimise both the safety and effectiveness of your treatment.
Testosterone Therapy and the Menopause
Many women first consider testosterone therapy during or after menopause, particularly if they continue to experience a persistent reduction in sexual desire despite otherwise successful menopause treatment. Although hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is highly effective at relieving many menopausal symptoms, some women continue to experience changes in sexual wellbeing that can affect their confidence, intimate relationships, and overall quality of life. A specialist assessment can help determine whether testosterone therapy may be an appropriate addition to their treatment.
Where clinically appropriate, testosterone therapy may be prescribed alongside HRT as part of a comprehensive menopause management plan. Before treatment is recommended, your consultant will ensure that your menopause care has been fully optimised, discuss the expected benefits and limitations of testosterone therapy, and arrange appropriate follow-up to monitor your response and ensure treatment remains both safe and effective.
How Is Testosterone Therapy Given?
Testosterone therapy for women is usually prescribed as a low-dose gel or cream that is applied to the skin. Women require only a small fraction of the dose used for men, and treatment is carefully prescribed to maintain testosterone levels within the normal female range. The specific preparation and dosage recommended will depend on your individual circumstances, symptoms, and response to treatment.
Your consultant will explain exactly how and when to apply your medication, what improvements you may realistically expect, and how long it may take before any benefits become noticeable. Regular follow-up appointments and, where appropriate, blood tests will be arranged to monitor your response to treatment, ensure testosterone levels remain within the recommended range, and make any necessary adjustments to optimise both the safety and effectiveness of your therapy.
Monitoring During Testosterone Therapy
Regular follow-up is an essential part of testosterone therapy to ensure that treatment remains both safe and effective. Monitoring allows your consultant to assess how well your symptoms are responding, identify any side effects, and ensure that testosterone levels remain within the normal female range. Ongoing review also helps determine whether treatment continues to provide meaningful benefit and whether any adjustments are required.
During your follow-up appointments, we will review your symptoms, discuss any changes you have noticed since starting treatment, and arrange blood tests where appropriate to monitor hormone levels. If necessary, your dosage can be adjusted to optimise your response while minimising the risk of side effects. Our aim is to ensure that you continue to receive the maximum benefit from treatment through careful monitoring, evidence-based management, and ongoing specialist support.
Book Your Testosterone Therapy Consultation
If you are experiencing a persistent reduction in sexual desire after menopause, continue to have symptoms despite hormone replacement therapy (HRT), or would like to find out whether testosterone therapy is right for you, our experienced consultant gynaecologists provide expert assessment, evidence-based treatment, and ongoing monitoring to help improve your sexual wellbeing and quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is testosterone therapy for women?
Testosterone therapy involves prescribing carefully controlled, low doses of testosterone to women who may benefit from treatment following a specialist assessment. The aim is to restore testosterone levels to the normal female range and improve symptoms where there is a clear clinical indication.
Who is testosterone therapy suitable for?
Testosterone therapy is most commonly considered for postmenopausal women experiencing persistent low sexual desire that causes personal distress, particularly when symptoms continue despite optimised hormone replacement therapy (HRT) where appropriate. Your consultant will determine whether treatment is suitable based on your symptoms, medical history, and overall health.
Is testosterone therapy the same as HRT?
No. Testosterone therapy is not a replacement for conventional HRT. While HRT replaces oestrogen and, where appropriate, progesterone, testosterone may be prescribed alongside HRT for carefully selected women whose symptoms persist despite otherwise successful menopause treatment.
Will I need blood tests?
In many cases, yes. Blood tests may be recommended before starting treatment and during follow-up to support your assessment, monitor testosterone levels, and help ensure treatment remains both safe and effective.
How is testosterone therapy taken?
Testosterone for women is usually prescribed as a low-dose gel or cream that is applied to the skin each day. Your consultant will explain how to use your medication correctly, discuss the appropriate dosage, and arrange ongoing monitoring throughout your treatment.
How long does it take to notice an improvement?
The response to treatment varies between individuals. Some women begin to notice improvement within a few weeks, while for others it may take several months. Your consultant will review your progress during follow-up appointments and discuss whether treatment is providing meaningful benefit.
Are there any side effects?
When prescribed at the correct dose and monitored appropriately, testosterone therapy is generally well tolerated. Possible side effects may include acne, increased hair growth, or changes in skin oiliness, although these are uncommon when testosterone levels are maintained within the normal female range. Your consultant will discuss the potential risks and how they are monitored before treatment begins.
Can I continue taking my current HRT?
Yes. We regularly provide assessments for children and teenagers who have previously been seen by their GP, paediatrician, or another gynaecologist and can also provide independent second opinions where appropriate.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Many women choose to self-refer for private assessment. Referrals from GPs and other healthcare professionals are also welcome.
How quickly can I be seen?
We provide fast access to consultant-led menopause consultations, hormone assessment, testosterone therapy, and ongoing follow-up, helping women receive timely specialist advice and treatment without unnecessary delays.
Our Professional Associations
At Gynaecology Clinic London, we are proud to be associated with leading professional organisations in gynaecology, obstetrics, and fetal medicine. These affiliations reflect our commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based care, and staying at the forefront of women's healthcare.
Our Locations
Our consultants see patients across leading private hospitals and clinics in London, including Harley Street, Canary Wharf, and The Portland Hospital. These locations provide access to high-quality facilities, advanced diagnostics, and specialist women’s healthcare within comfortable and modern clinical settings.
10 Harley Street
Central London
10 Harley Street,
London,
W1G 9PF
Portland Hospital
Central London
The Portland Hospital,
212 Great Portland St,
London,
W1W 5QN
LycaHealth
Canary Wharf
1 Westferry Circus,
Canary Wharf,
London,
E14 4HA