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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Dumb question, is a GYN the appropriate kind of doctor to ask about HRT? I am 53 and have NOT had any significant menopause symptoms: no vaginal dryness, no hot flashes. Brain fog and fatigue? Well, some, but minor, and given the zillion potential causes I don't know that it can be attributed to that. Is HRT just for women with severe symptoms? Does it offer other benefits/risks? My dermatologist, who also does a lot of fancy cosmetic stuff including vaginal rejuvenation laser treatment for stress incontinence (I guess it's sort of dermatology? It increases collagen?), was pushing bio-identical hormone therapy. I was polite about it but basically felt like I don't really think a dermatologist, not matter how good, is the right kind of doctor to decide if you need this....[/quote]

I know I'm kinda late to the game but I wanted to share my recent experiences.

I'm 58 and had my LMP about 6 years ago. I didn't have severe symptoms but taken together, they ARE impactful. I've been following Dr. Mary Claire Haver and other menopause specialists on social media and have learned A LOT.

I got absolutely no traction with my regular OB/Gyn who basically just told me insurance wouldn't pay for HRT and menopause sucks. Someone on this forum recommended I find a provider certified by menopause.org. I did. I have started HRT yet because I need to address some other issues first but I'm now confident I have a provider who is current on best practices and research.[/quote]

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