Question 1

What is hormone replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is used to help women transition through the menopause and aging. With symptoms such as hot flushes, mood swings, sleep issues, and decreased libido, HRT helps alleviate symptoms and make the affects of menopause more manageable.

Question 2

Who needs hormone replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

If you’re undergoing menopause, you may be experiencing uncomfortable symptoms, such as hot flushes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, and more. It can be a challenging time and often symptoms are alleviated by a customized therapy protocol.

Question 3

What are the side effects of hormone replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

As with many medical treatments, side effects can occur in a small number of patients. The more common side effects for traditional include bloating, nausea, headaches, mood changes, breast tenderness, or vaginal bleeding. With Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy there may also be weight gain and acne.

Question 4

Is hormone treatment safe?

Accepted Answer

Whether you’re taking traditional or bio-identical hormone therapy treatments, it’s generally considered that the risks are the same.

Question 5

What are the cancer risks with hormone replacement therapy?

Accepted Answer

For women undergoing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) there is an increased risk of breast cancer, particularly when using combination HRT (estrogen-progestin). Estrogen-only HRT treatment has a much lower risk for breast cancer, and only with continued use of 10 years or more, though the risk for endometrial cancer does increase if you still have your uterus. It is considered that synthetic and bio-identical hormone replacement therapy carry the same level of risk. It’s important you are clear on these risks and can balance them against any symptoms you are experiencing.

On the flip side, HRT is used to treat cancer as it can ease symptoms and lessen the chance of the cancer returning.

Talk to your doctor to discuss what’s appropriate for you.

Question 6

How long do I need to take additional hormones?

Accepted Answer

Everyone’s health journey is individual and hormone imbalances, particularly around menopause, typically last for 2-3 years. While it is preferable to get off the therapy as soon as possible, It is considered that low-dose treatments can be safely taken for up to five years.

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