This topic is very confusing. I was on HRT for over 20 years and recently stopped b/c I am 62 (GYN's recommendation no HRT after 65.) But, I am having a hard time (and having a hotflash as we speak!!!) So my question is what about bioidentical estrogen? I know it is safer but would it be safe for me to use -- or are all forms of estrogen to be eliminated at my age?
And, what about the pellets? I read that is supposed to provide only a very low dose and is an on-demand delivery system releasing only what the body needs to be "in balance" (along w/ progesterone, testosterone, etc. if prescribed.)
I was also told by a pharmacist that two anti-depressants help w/ hotflashes and sweats, but I have not read about this at all online.
Let me know what you have learned regarding any of the above! I am trying to figure out what to do and who to see!
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This topic is very confusing. I was on HRT for over 20 years and recently stopped b/c I am 62 (GYN's recommendation no HRT after 65.) But, I am having a hard time (and having a hotflash as we speak!!!) So my question is what about bioidentical estrogen? I know it is safer but would it be safe for me to use -- or are all forms of estrogen to be eliminated at my age?
And, what about the pellets? I read that is supposed to provide only a very low dose and is an on-demand delivery system releasing only what the body needs to be "in balance" (along w/ progesterone, testosterone, etc. if prescribed.)
I was also told by a pharmacist that two anti-depressants help w/ hotflashes and sweats, but I have not read about this at all online.
Let me know what you have learned regarding any of the above! I am trying to figure out what to do and who to see!
Thanks! Katharine in Phoenix
May 7, 2008 - 5:39pmThis Comment
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