As we live longer and in a culture that vigorously celebrates youth, the desire to recapture the appearance and energy levels of youth is perhaps keener than ever. This fight against aging leads many to wonder: does HRT make you look longer?
Menopause
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopauseWomen
Finding the Best Treatment for Menopausal Bleeding and Discomfort
by Charlotteby CharlotteWhereas bleeding of various kinds can be normal and expected for women in their reproductive years, menopausal bleeding is never normal Such bleeding can not only be inconvenient and uncomfortable, it could also point to a serious problem—and treatment for menopausal bleeding is likely close at hand..
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What Causes Uterine Fibroids? The Role of Hormones in Fibroid Development and Treatment
by Charlotteby CharlottePain is how the body tells us that something is wrong. For many women, however, the pain and discomfort associated with uterine fibroids may go undiagnosed. For too many, it…
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopausePerimenopauseWomen
When to Start HRT: Earlier May Be Better, but It’s Never Too Late
by Charlotteby CharlotteEvery woman ages differently. Every woman goes through hormonal changes differently. And every woman approaches menopause differently. However, there are broad guidelines that can help you decide if and when hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the best choice. Significantly, knowing when to start HRT can help you maximize its impact while minimizing any risks. By strategically considering the timing of treatment, you may not only prevent unnecessary suffering, but protect your health for years to come.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopauseWomen
Should You Use Hormone Replacement Therapy After 65? Why Attitudes Are Changing
by Charlotteby CharlotteFor years, hormone replacement therapy after 65 was thought to be a no-go for reasons ranging from the medically-sound to the prejudiced. This was true for both women who were already receiving hormone therapy and for women who have never started it. Now, that is changing due to a growing body of evidence suggesting that HRT can have significant benefits for women over 65.
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7 Natural Tips For Menopause Symptom Relief—and Why HRT May Be Best
by Charlotteby CharlotteMenopause is a normal and expected part of every woman’s life. But too often, women are taught to believe that because menopause is a natural transition, their symptoms are inevitable rather than something that requires medical intervention. For many, this damaging belief leads to unnecessary suffering.
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When Does Perimenopause Start? Understanding the Transition Toward Menopause
by Charlotteby CharlotteA lot has been said about menopause. There is a seemingly infinite number of books offering advice. Films and TV shows use it as a plot point. Thousands of memoirs, both humorous and serious, investigate this critical transition point in a woman’s life, and it’s a regular topic of conversation in lifestyle columns and magazine articles. In other words, menopause is an undeniable part of our cultural conversation. But what about perimenopause?
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Could HRT Be the Best Treatment for Menopause Headaches?
by Charlotteby CharlotteThere’s a sharp, persistent throb on the side of your head, a pulse of pain that seems to quicken even while it slows down time. You have trouble concentrating, become acutely sensitive to noise and lights, feel nauseous, and maybe even experience vomiting. It’s a migraine. And if you are undergoing menopause, it could be the result of your changing hormones.
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Hormone Replacement TherapyMenopausePerimenopauseSleep
How to Cope With Hormones and Sleep Problems During Perimenopause
by Charlotteby CharlotteAccording to CDC research, 25% of perimenopausal women have trouble falling asleep more than four nights per week. Even more have trouble staying asleep, and over 50% of surveyed women don’t wake up feeling rested during most of the week. These numbers are powerful confirmation that sleep duration and sleep quality are often serious concerns during the transition to menopause, and they’re affecting huge numbers of women across the globe.
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DepressionHormone Replacement TherapyMenopauseMental HealthPerimenopause
What Is the Best Treatment for Menopausal Depression?
by Charlotteby CharlotteMenopause can be a difficult time. Intrusive symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, painful sex, and sleep problems can create physical discomfort and emotional distress. Meanwhile, the transition out of your fertile years can be a time of introspection and give rise to complex feelings about your sense of self and your place in the world. For some, it is also a time when the symptoms of depression emerge, either for the first time or more severely than in the past.