In this week’s episode, Dani continues her conversation with Dr Sarah Glynne, GP, menopause specialist, and co-author of the new paper “Menopausal Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer Patients: What Is the Current Evidence?” - to explore one of the most frequently asked questions left after last week’s episode: testosterone therapy after breast cancer.This is Part 2 of our special series following the publication of the new paper.In this episode, Dani and Dr Glynne discuss:What testosterone actually does for energy, mood, and libido.The studies we have so far - and how reliable they are.Whether testosterone can convert into oestrogen.How testing works and when it might be appropriate.Whether testosterone therapy can or should be used alongside endocrine treatments.The paper is here: https://journals.lww.com/menopausejournal/fulltext/9900/menopausal_hormone_therapy_for_breast_cancer.532.aspxThe Meno ABS trial: https://www.londonbreastcancer.com/meno-abc-trialFind Dr Glynne here https://www.clairemellon.co.uk/dr-sarah-glynneThe episode on testosterone with Dr Rebecca Glaser is Ep 56The episode with a patient on testosterone therapy is Ep 97Read all about HRT after breast cancer in Dani’s book “Navigating Menopause After Cancer’ in chapter 6: Buy it here: https://amzn.eu/d/0uLveeE Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro03:34 "Testosterone Use in Women"06:16 Testosterone Debate: Data vs. Choice10:38 Menopause Consultation & Treatment Approaches17:45 "Testosterone After Breast Cancer"21:21 Complexity of Menopause Treatment Conversations23:49 Vaginal OestrogenConnect with us:For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

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