We have another AMA episode today, where I answer some of the most frequently asked podcast listener questions.
In response to a question from Catherine, we unpack the timing hypothesis in this episode, exploring the cardiovascular nuances and clarifying why individualized care truly matters.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:
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Cardiovascular and metabolic benefits of starting hormone therapy within about 10 years of menopause onset
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What the timing hypothesis really means in clinical practice
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Why feeling better does not necessarily imply long-term disease risk has been reduced
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How endothelial (blood vessel) health influences the effectiveness of hormone therapy
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Why metabolic changes after menopause matter more than most women realize
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How their hormone therapy decisions must change as women move further beyond menopause
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Risks and benefits of oral versus transdermal hormone delivery
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Value of shared patient-clinician decision-making
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How lifestyle habits and risk assessment form the foundation for safe, effective, and personalized hormone therapy decisions
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