By Jo Ibbott2024-09-23T09:38:00
October is Menopause Awareness Month and with this year’s focus on hormone replacement therapy (HRT), mid-life specialist Jo Ibbott says it’s time to clear up the confusion surrounding this often-misunderstood treatment
What is hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
HRT combines oestrogen and progesterone. The safest NHS-prescribed HRT is “body-identical”,” using transdermal oestrogen patches, gels or sprays, and micronised progesterone (Utrogestan). Derived from the yam plant, body identical HRT mimics natural hormones. The British Menopause Society says benefits often outweigh risks for suitable women.
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