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.
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