Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone therapy is commonly used to manage bothersome menopause-related symptoms such as:

• Hot flashes
• Night sweats
• Sleep disruption associated with menopausal symptoms
• Vaginal dryness and other genitourinary symptoms

The appropriate therapy depends on the symptoms being treated and the patient's health profile.

Yes. Hormone therapy can be systemic, meaning it circulates throughout the body, or local, such as low-dose vaginal estrogen used for certain genitourinary symptoms.

Different formulations may include pills, patches, gels, sprays, rings, creams, or other preparations depending on the treatment goal

No. Hormone therapy has both potential benefits and risks.

Factors such as age, time since menopause, medical history, cardiovascular risk, history of blood clots, certain cancers, liver disease, unexplained bleeding, and other health conditions may influence whether hormone therapy is appropriate.

Yes. Your symptoms, response to treatment, side effects, health status, and ongoing need for therapy should be reviewed periodically.

The appropriate formulation, dose, and duration can vary from patient to patient and may change over time.