Testosterone

I just found out this morning that my testosterone levels are high. Maybe not as high as I'm thinking, but they seem ridiculously high. This could explain a lot of what's been going on with me; my depression, struggles with stress, trouble losing weight, and my low sex-drive. I'm kind of excited to have found this out, since treating these symptoms has done nothing for me.

I've been prescribed spironolactone to bring my testosterone levels down. Anyone ever used this? I was given this information over the phone and only talked to the pharmacist about how and when to take it, would appreciate any opinions. Also, if anyone has dealt with elevated testosterone levels, I'd love to hear about your experience.

Hiya I hope I haven't caught the wrong end of the stick here. Testosterone is a hormone that is in males. If you are a man you may find a better response from the men focused support group.

The medication you mention is primarily used to help the heart get rid of the fluids in our system.

Sorry, I know that this isn't much of a response but I do wish you well on the road to better health.

Testosterone is in both males and females, just like all hormones. I am female, which is why I posted here.

Also, the medication I'm prescribed is also used to reduce testosterone levels. It's not a primary use for the medication, but it's a use.

I'd actually been thinking about sex and gender a lot lately, and wondered if testosterone could actually help depression. Excessive estrogen is supposed to be linked to susceptibility to depression and other mental issues.

I had also thought increased testosterone would make it easier for a woman to lose weight or have a higher sex drive. Weird - you seem to be having all the opposite issues?

I am sorry. I was wrong. Thanks for helping me to gain new insight into our bodies. I do hope I didn't upset you by my ignorance.

PCOS causes high testosterone levels, and PCOS messes you up all over. It is tied to weight gain and low libido.

I second what Jenna said. PCOS and high testosterone levels are highly correlated. It seems that when my testosterone levels are high, I also seem to be more depressed. Plus all of the other fun PCOS issues. I've never taken spironilactone, so no input there. I hope the medication you're on is helpful! If not, I'd consider talking to your doctor about possible PCOS. There are ways to treat it separate from dealing just with the testosterone

I suspect I have high testosterone levels. I've always been muscular and prior to injury and illness, very athletic. Testosterone in females can have positive and negative effects. We all have it but levels matter however my doctors won't even test my hormones and said that going to a wellness clinic where they would do so would mean being put on medications that will cause havoc on my body and wellness. It's very confusing. I'm sorry you have this issue. I think my anger is testosterone related. Don't get me wrong, I have plenty of good reasons to be angry but I think an influx of that hormone is making me go into hyperdrive fight mode 24/7 and is killing me mentally and physically.