Low testosterone in postmenopausal women may be related to the effects of individual constitution, disease factors such as hypoadrenalism and ovariectomy.
Plasma testosterone, as a marker of ovarian-derived androgens, has a strong correlation between changes in its level and women’s menopause. Low testosterone in postmenopausal women may be related to the following factors.
1. Individual’s physical condition: some women have poor physical condition, and the synthesis of testosterone in the body needs certain substances as the basis. If cholesterol, vitamins and essential amino acids are deficient, the level of testosterone will be reduced accordingly.
2. Hypoadrenalism: the total testosterone level of naturally menopausal women decreases slowly, which is not only related to the decline of ovarian function, but also related to the aging and the decrease of adrenal function. If the adrenal function decreases, it will also lead to the decrease of testosterone, which will cause the value of testosterone to be on the low side.
3. Oophorectomy: Some studies show that the testosterone level in women who have undergone surgical oophorectomy resulting in menopause is significantly lower than that of naturally menopausal women of the same age group, and that the ovaries still have the ability to continue to secrete testosterone after menopause.
There may be other reasons for low testosterone in postmenopausal women, and it is recommended that they consult a doctor for timely examination and follow the doctor’s instructions to regulate accordingly.