It seems hormone replacement therapies — the only proven way to stop hot flashes — are making a comeback as a medical treatment for menopause.
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That may surprise you, given the studies about the potential health risks associated with HRTs. For instance, we now know that estrogen and progestin supplements can significantly increase the rate of heart attacks, strokes, blood clots and breast cancer in healthy, post-menopausal women.
But doctors also know more about how and when to give hormones to menopausal women. And they know the benefits of HRT, including reducing osteoporosis or using hormones to stop hot flashes, hormonal night sweats and other severe symptoms of menopause.
So what should you do if your doctor offers you a hormone replacement therapy?There are two key concerns you should address before you accept the treatment plan:
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- Does your doctor keep current on the latest medical research related to HRTs, both the good and the bad? Don’t just accept a summary of recent news headlines. Your physician should be able to discuss the studies’ findings and how they pertain to your situation.
- Is this recommendation based on assessment of your unique medical situation? Discuss why your doctor’s recommending this for you. For instance, if you’re overweight, with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and have a family of history of stroke or heart diseases, then HRTs are probably aren’t a good option for you.
Experts say that doctors should consider all your health history and your risk factors before subscribing HRTs. You might be a good candidate for HRTs if:
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- You’re experiencing severe symptoms and need to stop hot flashes or hormonal night sweats
- You’re suffering from severe vaginal dryness due to a lack of estrogen
- You’re younger than 55.
The key word here: Severe.
What might rule you out as a candidate for HRTs? Anything that would put you at risk for strokes, heart disease or breast cancer, including:
- A family history of these conditions
- If you’ve had breast cancer, heart problems or a stroke
- If you have early indicators that you might be at risk, such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure
- Being older than 55 or post-menopausal
- You smoke
If you’re hesitant to try hormone replacement therapies, there are alternative ways to manage the symptoms of menopause. Learn more about surviving your menopause symptoms in our free special report, 5 Proven Remedies to Stop Hot Flashes and Hormonal Night Sweats During Menopause. Download it today to discover proven remedies to stop hot flashes, hormonal night sweats, and other menopause symptoms.
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