Testosterone prescriptions for women are rising, and the increase is substantial. According to Reuters, the rate of women receiving testosterone prescriptions rose 146% between January 2023 and July 2026. For women with a decline in interest in intimacy, testosterone therapy is a topic to discuss with their hormone specialist. Changes in sexual desire can affect your confidence, your relationship, and Read More
A Valentine’s Perspective on Love, Connection, and Hormonal Health Valentine’s Day often focuses on romance, flowers, and grand gestures. From a medical perspective, however, intimacy and connection have far more to do with how the body is functioning than with any single day on the calendar. As an OB-GYN with an emphasis on hormone therapy, I often remind patients that Read More
It seems everywhere you go during the month of February, bright shades of pink hearts and Victorian Valentine images greet you. They remind you that romance is in the air. But what if you don’t feel it? That’s okay. It’s natural for a woman’s libido to fluctuate throughout her life. Highs and lows can accompany the beginning or the end Read More
One of the most important decisions a woman will make is choosing the best ob/gyn for herself. If you are like most women, the thought of revealing the most intimate parts of your body to a doctor is a bit intimidating. Yet, an ob/gyn can be a health partner that, if selected carefully, will advise you through life’s major events–the Read More
Low Female Arousal After Menopause Often, women come to us at North Texas Vitality with all kinds of questions about female arousal after menopause. “Dr., how can I get my sex drive back?” “Why do I take so long to arouse?” “I am afraid I will lose my partner’s interest because of my low libido. What can I do? HELP!” Read More
