Antidepressants and Menopause
Antidepressants and Menopause Changes to women’s moods, emotions and state of mind during the perimenopause and menopause are extremely common; it is often the primary reason menopausal women first go to see their doctor or nurse. Download this information as a PDF Is low mood during the perimenopause and menopause the same as depression? Can…
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Testosterone and menopause You may have heard people talking about the role of testosterone in helping relieve menopause symptoms and be wondering why they are recommending a ‘male’ hormone. However, men aren’t the only ones to make this hormone, women do too. In fact, women produce three to four times as much testosterone than oestrogen…
Read MoreStarting or continuing HRT many years after your menopause
Starting or continuing HRT many years after your menopause When should you start taking HRT? Is it ever too late to start? If you have been taking it for years, when should you think about stopping HRT? These are common questions that are often asked by women who have had their menopause some time ago. …
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Types of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is not a “one size fits all” treatments – the type and dosage given will vary according to your needs. There are many different combinations available, which can be taken in various ways – oral tablets, skin patches (like plasters), gels or sprays. The optimal…
Read MoreSave money on your HRT prescriptions
Save money on your HRT prescriptions From April 1, 2023, women across England can get cheaper hormone replacement therapy. This means if you pay more than two HRT prescription charges within 12 months, you could save money. What is the HRT Prescription Payment Certificate? For a one-off annual payment of £19.30, the HRT PPC covers…
Read MoreHRT and breast cancer
HRT and breast cancer The risk of breast cancer is many women’s main concern when they’re considering taking HRT. This is mainly due to a 2002 study by the Women’s Health Initiative that claimed HRT was associated with an increased risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular disease. Fortunately this study has since been re-examined, and…
Read MoreThe benefits of HRT
The benefits of HRT The right type of HRT, at the right dosage, can do a great job of easing your symptoms of the perimenopause and menopause. Once you start taking HRT your symptoms should start to improve within three months – and often much more quickly. Remember, you don’t need to wait until you’re…
Read MoreFamily history of breast cancer: Should I take HRT?
Family history of breast cancer: Should I take HRT? This factsheet is for you if you have a family history of breast cancer and are wondering whether HRT poses any particular risks for you. If you would like to know more about your personal risk of inheriting breast cancer because you have a family history,…
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