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Estrogen gel is a type of hormone therapy (HT) that contains estradiol. It’s used to help relieve symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes and night sweats. Estrogen gel is one form of transdermal estrogen, which means it is absorbed through the skin. What is estrogen? Estrogen is a hormone produced by the ovaries. It … Continued
Many people use hormone therapy (HT) patches to help reduce their menopause symptoms, but how do they work and what are the pros and cons? Read on to find out everything you need to know. What are HT patches? HT patches are a type of transdermal hormone therapy (HT). This means that they help with … Continued
You may have heard about bioidentical hormones for treating your menopause symptoms and feel confused about how they are different from FDA-approved medications. In a nutshell, bioidentical HT products have not been tested for safety and efficacy by the FDA. They are compounded in local pharmacies that have limited regulation, which means there are real … Continued
Taking testosterone is proven to help with common menopause symptoms like low libido. But will your healthcare provider prescribe it and what are the side effects?
Scientists thought that hormone therapy increased breast cancer risk in the past, but now this research is viewed differently. We look at your options.
Side effects of HT can include breast tenderness, bloating and indigestion. Find out what to expect, how long side effects can last and when to get help.
