HRT is taken in the form of tablets, gels, patches, sprays, creams and pessaries that contain oestrogen to tackle menopausal symptoms like hot flushes, anxiety, low mood and vaginal discomfort.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) patches have to be applied below the waist because they absorb more effectively into body areas with more fatty tissue, such as the lower abdomen, thighs, and ...

Hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, is widely used for people experiencing menopause, as well as individuals who are ...

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a treatment for symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, difficulty sleeping, muscle pain, and vaginal dryness. While people may gain weight while taking ...

I found myself trying so many different HRT tablets to see which suited me that I can't even remember their names. As a result, I put on two stone in weight within a couple of years and another ...

While this kind of treatment – known as a GnRH antagonist – already exists, it’s currently given as an injection or with an implant and needs to be accompanied by a separate HRT tablet.

Data from the study shows that women who had taken HRT tablets were 58% more likely to develop blood clots within 90 days. [2] Although many menopausal women may be unaware of the results of the ...