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The Real Truth About Menopause Treatments | Dr. Mary Claire Haver

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

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Evolution of hormone replacement therapy

Hormone replacement therapy has evolved from using estrogen extracted from pregnant men or horses, to using Provera and medroxyprogesterone acetate as standard options. The introduction of micronized progesterone has solved the absorption issue, leading to better effectiveness. Despite FDA grouping all estrogens and progestrogens together, the risk associated with hormone replacement therapy varies based on the specific hormones used. Practitioners now prefer sticking to estradiol and progesterone as they have the lowest association with risk compared to synthetic options.

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