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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is a new study, not the old discredited one?

Is there a scientist on here that can explain what it means when it’s talking about the different kinds of HrR?  It sounds like the risk is only elevated with one kind and is actually decreased with another kind?  [/quote]

There aren't two "kinds" of HRT, but rather whether you need to take progesterone along with the estrogen (aka "combo"). Unless you have had a hysterectomy, you do need need the combo, because estrogen-only will mess with your uterine lining.

Studies seem fairly definitive that there is no downside to estrogen-only treatment, but the jury is out on the risk of the combo treatment. Unfortunately without actual science, those of us who believe we could benefit from HRT are left to decide on our own whether it's worth the risk. Different doctors will tell you different things. It's all quite maddening. [/quote]

What is “actual science”? Actual science is messy. That is why you need to talk to your doctor and not be swayed by anyone trying to claim there is a definitive “science”. [/quote]

Ok, poor choice of words. I meant that we lack definitive answers with current studies. And different doctors will absolutely tell you different things. I have discussed HRT with 3 doctors: Primary care, Gynecologist, and Cardiologist. Gyn is pro-HRT, Cardio is against, and Primary was neutral. These doctors are not quacks, they're all highly accredited and respected in their fields. [/quote]

I’m not sure I would trust a cardio against hrt unless you were late meno or rather unhealthy. [/quote]

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