Sage-Tips

Can you take a break from hormone therapy?

It might be possible to try a different treatment, or to take a break from hormone therapy.

When can I stop HRT treatment?

Stopping HRT Most women stop taking it once their menopausal symptoms pass, which is usually after a few years. Women who take HRT for more than 1 year have a higher risk of breast cancer than women who never use HRT.

Can I stop HRT after 3 months?

Stopping HRT There’s no limit on how long you can take HRT, but talk to a GP about how long they recommend you take the treatment. Most women stop taking it once their menopausal symptoms pass, which is usually after a few years.

What happens when you suddenly stop HRT?

This so-called “cold turkey” menopause is the result of the dramatic drop in estrogen that occurs when you suddenly stop HRT. Although HRT can treat severe menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and fatigue, current or recent past users of HRT have a higher risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer.

What happens when you stop taking HRT suddenly?

How long can you take HRT before stopping?

Stopping HRT. There’s no limit on how long you can take HRT, but talk to your GP about the duration of treatment they recommend. Most women stop taking it once their menopausal symptoms pass, which is usually after a few years. When you decide to stop, you can choose to do so suddenly or gradually.

What are the risks of hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

The risks of hormone replacement therapy depend on your age when you started hormones and how long you’ve taken them. Your chances of heart attack go up only if you are 60 or older when you start them or if you became menopausal more than 10 years ago.

Is there a way to stop hormone replacement therapy?

Ways to Quit Hormone Replacement Therapy. There is no best way to stop HRT. “If you’re on a low dose, you may be able to go cold turkey,” Chang says. But in general, she and Schiff prefer that women taper off hormones slowly.

What are the benefits of HRT for women?

It replaces hormones that are at a lower level as you approach the menopause. The main benefit of HRT is that it can help relieve most of the menopausal symptoms, such as: Many of these symptoms pass after a few years, but they can be unpleasant and taking HRT can offer relief for many women.