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I had a complete hysterectomy and oophorectomy and of course this brought on menopause. i am unable to take estrogen(raises blood pressure). i want to know is there anything that will increase my sex drive and vaginal lubrication besides hormone repl?

Q: i had a complete hysterectomy and oophorectomy and of course this brought on menopause. i am unable to take estrogen(raises blood pressure). i want to know is there anything that will increase my sex drive and vaginal lubrication besides hormone repl?

: Possibly the addition of testosterone. Would see your gynecologist for treatment.

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Possibly the addition of testosterone. Would see your gynecologist for treatment.

Answered 2/1/2023

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A member asked:

I had a complete hysterectomy and oophorectomy and of course this brought on menopause. i am unable to take estrogen(raises blood pressure). i want to know is there anything that will increase my sex drive and vaginal lubrication besides hormone repl?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

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