HRT
19 articles tagged “HRT”
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Compounded TRT and HRT: Where the FDA Stands Now
The FDA proposed banning compounded testosterone and bioidentical hormones. After Commissioner Makary's signal, here's where things actually stand.
HRT After Hysterectomy: Testosterone & Recovery
Hysterectomy with ovary removal drops testosterone 50% overnight. When to start HRT, which hormones you need, and what recovery actually looks like.
How Much Does HRT Cost for Women?
Online HRT runs $79-300/month depending on what's included. One clinic bundles labs, meds, and shipping at $79/mo. Full cost breakdown by treatment type.
Estrogen Patch Shortage 2026: 5 Alternatives
Dotti, Lyllana, and Vivelle-Dot are backordered through late 2026. Here are 5 alternatives that deliver estradiol without patches.
Bioidentical vs Synthetic HRT: What Matters
FDA-approved bioidenticals exist. Compounded ones skip testing. Here's what the evidence says about safety, efficacy, and cost for women's HRT.
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Perimenopause Heart Risk: AHA 9,248-Woman Window Study
New AHA analysis of 9,248 women shows perimenopausal women are 2x more likely to have low cardiovascular health. What to test and when to act.
Perimenopause Panic Attacks: HRT Protocol Guide
Panic attacks during perimenopause are 4x more common than premenopause. Here's why estrogen swings trigger them and which HRT protocol works.
87% of Midlife Women Don't Get Menopause Care: Mayo Study
New Mayo Clinic Proceedings study of ~5,000 women: 87% didn't seek care for menopause symptoms despite 34% having moderate-to-severe burden. What it means for HRT access.
Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause: HRT Guide
70% of menopausal women get joint pain, muscle loss, and stiffness. The new clinical syndrome name, evidence on HRT, and a practical hormone protocol.
HRT and Migraines in Perimenopause and Menopause
Migraines often worsen in perimenopause. How transdermal estradiol, continuous progesterone, and the aura-stroke distinction change HRT decisions.
When to Start HRT in Menopause: Timing Hypothesis
Why HRT started within 10 years of menopause cuts mortality 39% and CVD risk 50%, but late starts can backfire. The timing-hypothesis evidence.
HRT and Frozen Shoulder in Menopause (2026 Data)
Frozen shoulder hits menopausal women 4x more than men. Duke and UCSF data show HRT may cut risk dramatically. Mechanism, evidence, and treatment guide.
Testosterone Therapy CV Safety in Women: 2026 Review
Feb 2026 systematic review of 2,628 women on testosterone: zero cardiovascular deaths in trials. What the data actually says — and where the gaps are.
Blood Test Flags Combined HRT Dementia Risk in Some
March 2026 JAMA study: high p-tau217 plus combined HRT linked to 4x dementia risk. What it means if you are on or considering hormone therapy.
HRT and Breast Cancer Risk: What WHI Got Wrong
Estrogen-only HRT cuts breast cancer mortality 40%. Combination HRT adds 1 case per 50-200 women. The real numbers behind the WHI scare.
Generic Premarin Approved: Cheaper HRT in 2026
FDA approved the first generic conjugated estrogens in 30+ years. Prices, pharmacy availability, and whether to switch from brand Premarin.
HRT Black Box Warning Removed: What Changed
The FDA removed black box warnings from HRT products in 2025. Prescriptions surged 184%. Here's what the science says and what to do next.
HRT Cuts Fracture Risk 24-34%: Bone Data
Women lose up to 20% of bone density in the 5-7 years after menopause. HRT cuts fracture risk 24-34%. When to start, DEXA timing, and what the data shows.
