estrogen replacement

Menopause hormone therapy

Estrogen replacement is the medical administration of estrogen to compensate for reduced natural production, typically during or after menopause.

The therapy addresses symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and bone loss.

Her doctor recommended estrogen replacement after her hysterectomy.

Often called hormone replacement therapy or HRT when combined with progesterone.

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menstrual cycle · night sweats · osteoporosis · bone density loss · combination therapy · Premarin · cardiovascular health · mood swings · symptom relief · hot flashes · transdermal patches · endocrine system · hormone imbalance · reproductive health · breast cancer · perimenopause · neuroprotection · testosterone

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