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Your hermaid app
Your companion through hormone therapy
From your first question to ongoing treatment: the hermaid app supports you with key features throughout your HRT.
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HRT and symptom tracker – document symptoms and spot patterns early
Access to licensed doctors – personal support throughout your HRT
What's happening in your body
During menopause, hormone levels in the body change noticeably: estrogen and progesterone in particular fluctuate strongly at first and decline over time. The more pronounced these changes, the more often and intensely symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, or mood swings can occur. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can effectively support women with pronounced symptoms by compensating for the hormone deficiency and cushioning strong fluctuations. It's well studied, but not equally suitable for every woman – the decision for or against it should always be made together with your doctor. The hermaid app (download.hermaid.me) supports you along the way: with well-founded articles, a symptom tracker, and direct access to medical consultation.
„For many women, HRT means noticeable relief and a real improvement in quality of life.“
– Dr. med. Nicole Weirich, urologist, longevity expert
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The therapeutic window: when to start?
Studies show that starting hormone replacement therapy early – ideally within about ten years of menopause or before age 60 – produces the best effects and the most favorable risk profile. This is known as the "therapeutic window" or "window of opportunity": the earlier you talk to your doctor about HRT when symptoms are pronounced, the lower the risk and the more effective the therapy can be.
How does hormone therapy work?
Hormone therapy replaces the hormones the body increasingly produces less of during menopause – primarily estrogen (estradiol) and progesterone. By stabilizing hormone levels, typical symptoms can noticeably ease or disappear entirely. Many women report sleeping better, having fewer hot flashes and night sweats, feeling more emotionally balanced, having more energy day to day, less muscle and joint pain, and less vaginal dryness.
Why are estrogen and progesterone often combined? Estrogen very effectively relieves many menopause symptoms. At the same time, however, it stimulates growth of the uterine lining. Progesterone protects this lining from excessive thickening, lowering the risk of abnormal bleeding and uterine cancer. Women with a uterus generally need both hormones. Women who have had a hysterectomy or are past menopause can often skip progesterone.
Which combination makes sense is always decided by the treating doctor. With the hermaid app (download.hermaid.me), you can also get clear information about the active ingredients and clarify open questions directly with a doctor.
Which combination makes sense is always decided by the treating doctor. With the hermaid app (download.hermaid.me), you can also get clear information about the active ingredients and clarify open questions directly with a doctor.
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HRT can help with:
Hot flashes and night sweats
Vaginal dryness,
Sleep problems
Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
Tip: The hermaid app has a symptom tracker to help you keep an eye on your symptoms. Some women also notice a positive effect on:
heavy bleeding in early menopause
migraines and mental health symptoms
mood swings
stress or low mood
Dosage and treatment duration
Hormone therapy is usually started with a low dose, which is adjusted gradually as needed. It can take some time to find the right form and dosage for you. Many women use HRT for several years – on average about five years, depending on symptoms, life stage, and personal risk. Hormone therapy is considered internationally – including by The Menopause Society – one of the most effective treatments for so-called vasomotor symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. Initial improvements can occur within just a few days.
Tip: The hermaid app includes dosage support that guides you step by step through the adjustment phase – from intake reminders to documenting how you respond to your current dose. That way you have all the relevant information ready for every doctor's appointment.
Risks and possible side effects
As effective as hormone therapy is – it's not suitable for every woman. Most risks affect women who start HRT more than ten years after menopause. Possible risks with longer use (over five years) include: an increased risk of breast and uterine cancer, a slightly increased risk of blood clots and cardiovascular disease, and a slightly increased stroke risk
(increased further by smoking, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol)
Not recommended for current or previous:
– hormone-dependent cancer
– blood clots or severe liver disease
– unexplained vaginal bleeding
– history of stroke
(increased further by smoking, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol)
Not recommended for current or previous:
– hormone-dependent cancer
– blood clots or severe liver disease
– unexplained vaginal bleeding
– history of stroke
Common side effects at the start:
Especially in the first few months, temporary side effects can occur. Once the right dosage is found and your body has adjusted, these usually subside.
Possible initial symptoms include:
– headaches
– nausea
– spotting between periods
– breast tenderness or sensitivity. Tip: log your symptoms in the hermaid app to spot patterns and bring them up specifically at your next doctor's appointment.
Especially in the first few months, temporary side effects can occur. Once the right dosage is found and your body has adjusted, these usually subside.
Possible initial symptoms include:
– headaches
– nausea
– spotting between periods
– breast tenderness or sensitivity. Tip: log your symptoms in the hermaid app to spot patterns and bring them up specifically at your next doctor's appointment.
The care gap
Articles in the hermaid app
In the hermaid app you can filter and search all articles by topic – and use our AI chat directly for questions. It references your profile but is 100% GDPR-compliant.
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Testimonials
Real stories from our users
„Finally I know what my next step is. The hermaid app helps me understand my symptoms better and gives me the feeling that I'm not alone.“
Anja
49 years old
Less confusion, more clarity. I finally understand which hormone replacement therapy could work for me and which plant-based ingredients can really help support my symptoms.“
Julia
52 years old
„I learned that HRT isn't simply right or wrong – it's individual. That helped me a lot.“
Brigitte
58 years old
Excellent ratings (4.7) on the App Store and Google Play
Cost Reimbursement
Can you actively request hermaid from your health insurer?
Yes – with our ready-made templates you can submit a reimbursement request yourself or ask your doctor for a recommendation letter.
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Questions & answers
Questions and answers about hormone replacement therapy
faq
Does HRT help with all menopause symptoms?
How quickly does hormone replacement therapy take effect?
Do I have to take HRT for the rest of my life?
Does HRT also have a preventive effect, for example against osteoporosis?
What risks does hormone replacement therapy carry?
Who is hormone replacement therapy not suitable for?
Does HRT really increase breast cancer risk?
How safe is using a patch or gel compared to a tablet?
How does starting HRT work?
Are there alternatives to hormone replacement therapy?
How often should I have HRT checked by a doctor?
Does health insurance cover the cost of hormone replacement therapy?
Can hermaid help me figure out whether HRT makes sense for me?
What's the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones?
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