Is testosterone something every menopausal woman needs, or is it being overhyped?

In this highly requested episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined once again by menopause specialist Dr Liz Andrew to answer your real-life questions about testosterone in menopause. No trends, no fear-mongering – just clear, evidence-based answers to the things women are genuinely worried (and confused) about.

From whether you actually need testosterone, to testing, side effects, and those persistent myths about aggression and excess hair growth, Naomi and Liz break it all down.

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00:00 – Testosterone for women: why there’s still so much confusion
02:32 – Testosterone side effects in women (hair, skin, aggression myths)
05:12 – Do women need testosterone blood tests before menopause?
07:34 – Can testosterone help urinary symptoms and vaginal health?
10:01 – What “low libido” really means in menopause
12:33 – Do all menopausal women need testosterone?
15:02 – When doctors add testosterone to HRT (and why timing matters)
17:36 – Testosterone in surgical menopause and early menopause
20:04 – Can testosterone make you angry or aggressive?
22:34 – Female testosterone products explained: Androfeme vs Testogel
25:03 – Safe prescribing, dosing errors and monitoring testosterone
27:31 – Final thoughts: personalised testosterone care for women

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Dr Naomi Potter breaks down everything women need to know about post-menopause – a stage that’s often misunderstood, under-discussed, and wrongly assumed to be symptom-free.

Naomi explains what’s normal, what’s not, and how to feel supported and informed once periods have stopped. She also tackles some of the biggest questions women ask in clinic about HRT, bone and heart health, urogenital symptoms, contraception, and knowing where you actually sit on the menopause timeline.

If post-menopause feels confusing, overwhelming, or like unexplored territory, this episode is here to bring clarity, reassurance and practical guidance.

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00:00 – What post-menopause actually means

01:18 – How symptoms typically change after menopause

02:33 – What to do if new symptoms appear post-menopause

03:55 – How long you can safely stay on HRT

05:28 – Deciding whether to stop or continue HRT

06:42 – Why oestrogen matters for urogenital health

08:39 – Oestrogen’s role in bone and heart health

09:28 – When you can stop using contraception

10:48 – How to know where you are on the menopause timeline

11:59 – Sequential vs continuous HRT explained

12:22 – When menopause feels overwhelming

13:42 – Why perimenopause can be so unpredictable

14:57 – When and how to ask for support

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What major menopause changes are coming in 2026 – and how will they affect you?

In this week’s episode, Dr Naomi Potter is joined by fellow menopause specialist Dr Liz Andrew from the Menopause Care team to break down the biggest updates shaping menopause care in 2026.

Together, they unpack what it really means for menopause to be included in NHS GP health checks for women over 40, how testosterone is becoming more accessible, and how increased workplace support could change daily life for millions of women. If you want to feel informed, empowered, and prepared for what’s ahead, this is an essential listen.

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00:00 – What’s changing for menopause care in 2026

00:53 – Menopause being added to NHS health checks

01:40 – Using smear appointments to open menopause conversations

03:41 – How women can prepare for NHS health checks

05:15 – Breaking down barriers to talking about menopause with doctors

05:42 – Easier access to testosterone for women

07:07 – New testosterone options including patches

08:19 – Menopause support and policy changes in the workplace

09:17 – Menopause challenges faced by NHS staff

10:18 – Missed opportunities to treat vaginal symptoms in primary care

11:24 – Why the menopause movement will keep growing

12:29 – Reaching underserved and culturally diverse communities

14:35 – What effective menopause support at work really looks like

16:27 – Audience question: HRT patch shortages explained

19:09 – How to involve partners and husbands in menopause conversations

22:56 – How and where to find trusted menopause support

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