Not Your Mother's Menopause with Dr. Fiona Lovely Ep. 102 - How To Talk To Your Doctor about HRT
Jul 11, 2023
Dr. Fiona Lovely, a health and wellness expert, discusses the importance of talking to your doctor about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause. She covers the benefits, risks, research, and specific products to request. Dr. Lovely emphasizes the need for testing before starting HRT, optimal delivery methods like skin-absorbed estrogen, and finding doctors who prescribe this method. She also addresses scenarios for HRT in menopausal women, including low hormone levels, sexual health concerns, and managing symptoms like hot flashes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Navigating the Historical Context and Misconceptions of Menopausal Hormone Therapy
02:33 • 2min
Advocating for Proper Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Treatment
04:55 • 11min
Optimal Hormone Replacement Therapy Delivery Methods and Doctor Recommendations
15:55 • 2min
Navigating Hormone Replacement Therapy in Menopause
17:50 • 6min