What Are The Benefits Of Hormone Replacement Therapy?

January 26th, 2008

We hear so much about the negatives of HRT that sometimes we miss the benefits. The fact is that for some women, HRT is a viable option for the short term. Especially given that combination progestin/estrogen is generally prescribed, rather than estrogen alone.

The benefits of hormone replacement therapy include the alleviation of many of the acute symptoms of menopause. These include depression associated with menopause, hot flushes, irritability, tiredness, incontinence, night sweats, insomnia and vaginal dryness.

Of course, some of these things may be caused by other problems. This includes depression and fatigue. Stress can play a big role in symptoms as well, so that is something that is worth managing. Overall, the decision to take HRT is an individual one, and many factors should be examined.

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