Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Considered Safe for Menopausal Women?

I am struggling to cope with menopausal symptoms, hot flushes, itch, sleep problems and mood change, is Hormone Replacement Therapy suitable and safe for me?

Consult your doctor who may ask these questions to check if Hormonal Replacement Therapy is suitable & safe for you.

1. Do you have a strong family history of breast cancer, endometrial cancer?
   YES
   NO

2. Do you have a history of heart disease?
   YES
   NO

3. Do you have a medical history of having blood clots in your leg or lungs?
   YES
   NO

4. Have you ever had a stroke before?
   YES
   NO

5. Do you experience unexplained abnormal vaginal bleeding?
   YES
   NO

6. Do you have gall bladder disease?
   YES
   NO

7. Do you have a medical history of chronic liver disease or with abnormal liver function test?
   YES
   NO

8. Do you have a history of malignant melanoma (skin cancer which begins from melanocytes)?
   YES
   NO

9. Is your onset of menopause more than 10 years ago?
   YES
   NO

10. Are you more than the age of 60?
    YES
    NO

If you answered YES to any of the above question, Hormone Replacement Therapy is not so suitable for you. There are a lot of treatment options available including herbal medicines.

Consult your physician who will advise the appropriate treatment for you.

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Tags

• hormone replacement therapy
• HRT
• menopause
• perimenopause
• postmenopause
• women
• women's health