Category Archives: Hormone Replacement Therapy

Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy HRT) Part 1 For more information and related videos: http://medtwice.com/ By: Med Twice … Continue reading →

Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy Part 2 For more information and related videos: http://medtwice.com/ By: Med Twice … Continue reading →

Editor's Choice Academic Journal Main Category: Menopause Also Included In: Women's Health / Gynecology;Endocrinology Article Date: 26 May 2013 - 0:00 PDT Current ratings for: Hormone Replacement Therapy - Updated Recommendations, At Last! 5 (2 votes) Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT is prescribed for women whose progesterone and estrogen levels drop significantly, usually due to the menopause. Progesterone and estrogen are hormones. HRT raises a woman's levels of vital hormones. HRT may refer to male hormonal treatment, it is also prescribed for people who undergo a sex change. There are three main types of HRT for women: Even since the findings from the WHI (Women's Health Initiative) Trial in 2002, HRT has been mired in confusion and controversy. In fact, HRT's risks received so much attention that its benefits have been mostly forgotten. In the WHI estrogen and progestogen study, a small increase in breast cancer risk was found after five years of HRT usage - the increase was of about 1 extra case per 1,000 women per year. The WHI estrogen-alone trial found a small but statistically significant reduction in breast cancer risk. The Million Women Study also raised concerns regarding breast cancer risk for women on long-term HRT. … Continue reading →

The British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have released updated guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to provide clarity around the role of HRT, the benefits and the risks. The new guidelines appear in the society's flagship title, Menopause International. The key points are: *The decision whether to use HRT should be made by each woman having been given sufficient information by her health professional to make a fully informed choice. *The HRT dosage, regimen, and duration should be individualized, with annual evaluation of pros and cons. *Arbitrary limits should not be placed on the duration of usage of HRT; if symptoms persist, the benefits of hormone therapy usually outweigh the risks. *HRT prescribed before the age of 60 has a favorable benefit/risk profile. *It is imperative that women with primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) are encouraged to use HRT at least until the average age of the menopause. *If HRT is to be used in women over 60 years of age, lower doses should be started, preferably with a transdermal route of administration. *It is imperative that in our aging population, research and development of increasingly sophisticated hormonal preparations should continue to maximize benefits and minimize side effects and … Continue reading →

May 24, 2013 The British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have today released updated guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to provide clarity around the role of HRT, the benefits and the risks. The new guidelines appear in the society's flagship title, Menopause International, published by SAGE. Over the last 11 years, HRT has changed from being branded the "elixir of youth" to being considered extremely risky and only to be used in certain circumstances. Since the publication of the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) trial in 2002, and the Million Women study (MWS) in 2003, confusion and controversy has surrounded the use of HRT and the known benefits have often been forgotten. A panel of experts have carefully considered, researched and reanalyzed the WHI and MWS studies alongside conducting further trials and studies, to offer practioners a detailed review of the evidence to help them optimize their clinical decisions, and provide women with more balanced and accurate advice on HRT treatment for menopause. The new HRT recommendations are designed to complement the BMS Observations and Recommendations on menopause. The updated guidelines detail key recommendations targeting access to advice on how women can optimize their menopause transition and beyond, focusing … Continue reading →

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Public release date: 24-May-2013 [ | E-mail | Share ] Contact: Katie Baker katie.baker@sagepub.co.uk 020-732-48719 SAGE Publications The British Menopause Society and Women's Health Concern have today released updated guidelines on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) to provide clarity around the role of HRT, the benefits and the risks. The new guidelines appear in the society's flagship title, Menopause International, published by SAGE. Over the last 11 years, HRT has changed from being branded the "elixir of youth" to being considered extremely risky and only to be used in certain circumstances. Since the publication of the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) trial in 2002, and the Million Women study (MWS) in 2003, confusion and controversy has surrounded the use of HRT and the known benefits have often been forgotten. A panel of experts have carefully considered, researched and reanalyzed the WHI and MWS studies alongside conducting further trials and studies, to offer practioners a detailed review of the evidence to help them optimize their clinical decisions, and provide women with more balanced and accurate advice on HRT treatment for menopause. The new HRT recommendations are designed to complement the BMS Observations and Recommendations on menopause. The updated guidelines detail key recommendations targeting … Continue reading →

Fundamentals of Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy For more information, visit http://www.MedicineCoach.com. By: West Conner … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwired - May 21, 2013) - Plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Richards recently launched a new version of his website catering to his hormone replacement therapy patients in the Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC areas. The new mobile site will now utilize responsive technology, meaning the site will automatically adjust to fit the screen of the device being used to view it. As the screen adjusts, it provides the viewer with a user-friendly format that makes it easy to access all of the necessary information without confusion. Dr. Richards says this new website will allow his current and prospective patients to gain more information about bio-identical pellet therapy quickly and easily. In order to stay on top of the changes in technology, Dr. Richards felt that accommodating how his patients access information was extremely important. His new responsive website will make it easy to view and navigate on any device, regardless of screen size. Patients will be able to access a wealth of information about bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHT), and why it is a helpful treatment for many people. His site features information about: The website also offers information for physicians interested in offering BHT to their patients, … Continue reading →