Sage-Tips

Is taking estrogen worth it?

Systemic estrogen therapy remains the most effective treatment for the relief of troublesome menopausal hot flashes and night sweats. Have other symptoms of menopause. Estrogen can ease vaginal symptoms of menopause, such as dryness, itching, burning and discomfort with intercourse.

Why is it bad to take estrogen?

Estrogen side effects and risks The risk factors and side effects associated with estrogen use include: Blood clots: Estrogen increases your risk of blood clots, which can cause stroke, heart attack, and even death. Cancer: Estrogen may increase your risk of certain cancers, specifically breast cancer.

Are there any side effects to taking estrogen?

Stomach upset, nausea/vomiting, bloating, breast tenderness, headache, or weight changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

What are the risks of estrogen replacement therapy?

Long-term risks should be discussed with a woman’s physicians before considering hormone replacement therapy. Identified risks for combined (estrogen plus progestin) HRT use include increased incidence of invasive breast cancer, stroke, heart disease, and pulmonary embolism.

What are the benefits of estrogen replacement therapy?

Combined estrogen and progesterone therapy may reduce the risk of colon cancer. Some data also suggest that estrogen can decrease the risk of heart disease when taken early in the postmenopausal years. Systemic estrogen helps protect against the bone-thinning disease called osteoporosis.

What are some alternatives to hormone replacement therapy?

Diet changes. When you’re going through perimenopause,you may find that what you eat triggers certain symptoms.

Regular exercise. Exercise can stabilize your blood sugar levels,give you more energy,and boost your mood.

Stress management.

Other lifestyle changes.

Dietary supplements.

Herbal supplements.

Other alternative therapies.

Medication.

Is progesterone and estrogen the same thing?

It’s an understandable mistake. After all, estrogen is a generic term. It can refer to anything estrogenic such as estradiol, ethinylestradiol in the pill, and xenoestrogens from the environment. Progesterone is not a generic term. It’s one thing. It’s progesterone, and there is no other.