Episode 101 – Dr. Brenner Unfiltered: Your Top Questions Answered!
Testosterone has long been misunderstood—especially when it comes to women. In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Amy Brenner addresses a question she hears often from patients: Can you have too much testosterone? and how much is too much testosterone? While testosterone therapy can be transformative for many women—improving energy, libido, sleep, brain clarity, and even body composition—it’s not without risks when dosed improperly.
Dr. Brenner pulls back the curtain on the real-world effects of testosterone excess, explaining how symptoms like acne, oily skin, voice changes, increased facial or body hair, clitoral enlargement, and even hair loss on the scalp can be signals that the dose may be too high. She deep dives in to the line of how much is too much testosterone. But this conversation isn’t just about physical symptoms—it’s about finding hormonal balance that works uniquely for you.
You’ll learn:
The signs and symptoms that may indicate testosterone levels are too high
Why “optimal” testosterone dosing is not a one-size-fits-all approach
How Dr. Brenner and her team assess labs and symptoms together to tailor treatment
Why some women feel amazing on lower doses, while others may need more—and how to tell the difference
The role of lifestyle, stress, and other hormones in how your body processes testosterone
Whether you’re already on bioidentical hormone therapy including testosterone replacement, considering it, or simply want to understand the nuances of hormone optimization, this episode is packed with insights that could help you advocate for your health with more clarity and confidence.
In this episode, Dr. Brenner referenced two previous podcasts. One is Episodes 89 & 90 – Should Women Take Testosterone?
The other episode referenced, is Episode #23 Testosterone isn’t just for Body Builders
#23 – Testosterone Isn’t Just for Bodybuilders – Mythbusters Part 4
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