How testosterone can improve libido for women

It was mentioned that testosterone has had a controversial history, but it can be used to treat hypoactive sexual dysfunction disorder in women when prescribed and monitored by a doctor [00:00:15]. Hypoactive sexual dysfunction disorder involves a lack of desire and causes psychological distress, impacting relationships [00:01:12]. Intimacy once a week is considered a good threshold for libido in both women and men [00:01:56]. Testosterone treatment is mainly for perimenopausal and post-menopausal women, as their testosterone levels decrease [00:02:29]. For younger women experiencing low libido, medications like flibanserin may be considered, along with setting goals for sexual activity and prioritizing intimacy [00:03:45]. It's important for OBGYNs to discuss libido with their patients and recognize hypoactive sexual dysfunction disorder as a medical condition [00:03:18].