Ep. 339: Hormones Replacement Therapy - HRT - in Menopause Guidelines Just Changed!
My Thyroid Health: Thyroid, Midlife Hormones + Weight LossShow Notes
Are hot flashes, drenching night sweats, and exhausting 3 a.m. wake-ups disrupting your life?
New menopause guidance from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is putting hormone replacement therapy (HRT) back in the spotlight as a first-line treatment for bothersome hot flashes, night sweats, and related sleep problems in appropriate candidates.
In this episode of My Thyroid Health from Paloma Health, we’ll explore what the latest guidance means, why hormone therapy fell out of favor after the Women’s Health Initiative study, and what newer evidence tells us about its benefits and risks. We’ll break down: Who may benefit most from hormone therapy—and why timing matters.
The differences between estrogen pills, patches, and gels, and when progesterone is needed.
How personal and family medical history can influence HRT decisions.
Nonhormonal options for women who can’t or prefer not to take hormones.
What the evidence says about popular menopause supplements.
But what if you also have hypothyroidism or Hashimoto’s? Oral estrogen can affect thyroid hormone requirements, making thyroid monitoring especially important when starting, stopping, or changing HRT. We’ll explain what to discuss with your healthcare provider and share practical questions to help you make informed decisions about your care.
Whether you’re struggling with menopause symptoms, reconsidering hormone therapy, or confused by conflicting advice, this episode will help you understand the evolving guidance and explore your options. You deserve more than being told to tough it out—you deserve personalized care that helps you feel like yourself again.
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