Hormone therapy has a scary name and it may be intimidating or humiliating for many people, but scientists are trying to break down these barriers. Using hormones for the treatment of many different chronic conditions has proven effective in studies for many years, and it may be the right solution for many patients.
This therapy is based on the fact many people have an imbalanced amount of hormones in their body.
This imbalance can cause a number of symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and pain during intercourse. Therapy with estrogen and progestin has proven effective in reducing these symptoms, as well as reducing risk of osteoporosis, urinary tract infections, and type 2 diabetes.
Studies show that the benefits of hormone therapy far and away outweigh the risks in most women under 60. One of the main reasons people are continuing to push back against this therapy is because of the inherent stigma surrounding it.
Many years ago, studies were done and the results showed an increased risk of complications in women, so the studies were abruptly stopped. This caused the treatment to become scary for many individuals, and led them away from the path to health.
Doctors today are using new studies to prove to their patients that this therapy may be right for them. Consult your physician to see if this could be right for you.
