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Is HRT Right for You?

Is HRT Right for You?

What is HRT?

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a medication that contains estrogen that your body stops making during menopause. It is commonly used to treat common menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal discomfort. 

There are 2 types of HRT:

ET is Estrogen-Only and can provide the most menopausal symptom relief, and is usually prescribed for women without a uterus due to a hysterectomy.

EPT is Estrogen plus Progestogen Therapy. It can be known as combined HRT. Progestogen is added to ET to help protect women from uterine cancer from estrogen alone. This is the most common HRT used.

There are Benefits.

EPT may help relieve menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal discomfort. It can also protect against osteoporosis and reduce the risk of colon cancer. (It should be noted that HRT is not recommended to prevent colorectal cancer) 

But there are Risks Too.

ET can really only be given to women without a uterus, due to the risks of ovarian cancer.

Research shows that long-term use of EPT can increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, heart disease, stroke and blood clots. This suggests that the risk of long-term HRT can outweigh the benefits for most women. 

Bottom line

HRT is a common way for women to reduce menopausal symptoms, but it isn’t for everyone, and it really depends on one’s individual and family health history. The decision to take HRT is personal and should be made with the help of your medical professional. Any concerns should be discussed when considering the benefits and risks of HRT.

If HRT is not for you, there are alternatives to finding comfort and relief. You may manage hot flashes by keeping cool, limiting caffeine and alcohol, reducing spicy foods and practicing relaxation techniques, such as yoga or meditation.

Here is a link to more alternatives that may help you and your lifestyle

Resources:

https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/reduce-your-risk/understand-hormones/all-about-hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt

https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopauseflashes/menopause-symptoms-and-treatments/hormone-therapy-benefits-risks 

Who Says Hot Flashes are Only Hormonal?

Who Says Hot Flashes are Only Hormonal?
Sure, hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopausal changes, but it’s truly not the only cause. There are many different reasons you may be looking like sweating out your water intake and as red as a tomato.

THE MENOPOD TEAM WISHES YOU A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON!

THE MENOPOD TEAM WISHES YOU A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON!

There is no question the year 2020 has been hard on the human race. We have seen unprecedented loss due to climate change disasters, economic downturns and a worldwide pandemic like no other in our history.  

But hope does spring eternal. Our dedicated workforce, healthcare workers, teachers, first responders and people just like you are all doing our part to end this pandemic and care for yourself and those you love.

Thanks to worldwide cooperation from our scientists, the human race now has much to look forward to in 2021 as new vaccines to end the pandemic are being received and hope is in the air. The human race does best when we work as one. So thank you for being a part of the amazing, innovative and kind human race. Together we will have a better world. 

This holiday season we at Menopod wish you all health, hope and kindness. 

Season’s Greetings,

Patricia Copeland
President