Another non-HRT user feeling great naturally. And my melasma finally went away in menopause. Hormonal birth control and pregnancy used to cause it. I no longer have that issue in the sun. it’s great’.

^^ and I still have a waist—no belly fat gain

Anonymous wrote:Not on it. 56. Athletic and look young for my age. I had some annoying symptoms (more joint/shoulder pain, different body parts), but no sleep issues and no hot flashes.

It all disappeared as soon as I was 1 year passed last period (a few months ago) and I’ve had more energy than ever.

Feeling looking great with no HRT.

Same. I have a healthy diet and have always exercised, cardio and weights 6 days per week. I added magnesium supplements, that cured any sleep issues.

I don’t have any issues. I struggled the one transition year with some shoulder and then lower back pain—but as soon as I hit the full year without a period I felt the best I have in years. More energy than ever.

I’m worried if I did HRT the hormones would mess me up. I never did good with hormonal birth control—bloating, moods, etc. so I prefer to not take any HRT.

We have strong bones and hearts in my family—no cardiac issues or osteoporosis or Alzheimer’s. So I’m not worried about taking it for those issues.

Anonymous wrote:I can't deal with the ignorance in some of these comments, JFC. See a doctor who has menopause specific education.

Unless you have a very specific type of cancer that grows from estrogen you should be on HRT. It provides cardiovascular benefits, protects bone health, lowers the risk of dementia.
On a more shallow note- it improves the thickness of the skin and collagen production. It reduces belly fat. And keeps your clit from atrophy.

What a stupid comment. You call everyone ignorant but then assert that "everyone" should be on HRT except women who currently have specific cancers?

Go away.

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Anonymous wrote:Is there a down side to taking HRT?

Migraines. Never had one before. Got frequent migraines on the patch.

Migraines are a common side effect of hormones, whether HRT or BC or naturally occurring (some women experience migraines most are specific parts of their cycle when certain hormone levels are higher).

Also some women see improvement in migraines on BC or HRT.

This is sort of the problem here -- everyone's body is different. That's why some women gain weight in hormones, others lose it. Some experience breakouts or anxiety, others see these symptoms improve. It just depends, that's why there's no one size fits all solution.

I (premenopausal) just spoke to my gyn because I had strokes and had to stop birth control. She said HRT some day is not on the table and I can manage a lot of symptoms with cardio and weights.

I can't deal with the ignorance in some of these comments, JFC. See a doctor who has menopause specific education.

Unless you have a very specific type of cancer that grows from estrogen you should be on HRT. It provides cardiovascular benefits, protects bone health, lowers the risk of dementia.
On a more shallow note- it improves the thickness of the skin and collagen production. It reduces belly fat. And keeps your clit from atrophy.

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Anonymous wrote:Is there a down side to taking HRT?

I was put on the patch and ended up in the ER with chest pains, diffculty breating, and heart palpitations. As soon as I took the patch off, I was back to normal. I guess I just can't tolerate it.

You've “tolerated” estrogen your entire life since puberty.

Anonymous wrote:My OB-GYN said I am not a candidate for taking HRT since I have the beginnings of atherosclerosis at 58. The good news is I am a heavy weight lifter and have no menopause symptoms yet, but I am a little worried what I'll do when that becomes an issue without access to HRT.

Estrogen has protective benefits for cardiovascular disease as well as many other benefits. The risk is oral estrogen - not transdermal (a patch) I’d get a second opinion

Not on it. 56. Athletic and look young for my age. I had some annoying symptoms (more joint/shoulder pain, different body parts), but no sleep issues and no hot flashes.

It all disappeared as soon as I was 1 year passed last period (a few months ago) and I’ve had more energy than ever.

Feeling looking great with no HRT.

Anonymous wrote:I'm very confused about this, too, OP. I'm only 41 but my periods stopped by the time I was 37/38. Other than the cessation of menstruation, I have no specific symptoms of menopause. When I asked my gyn if I should consider HRT, she gave me a very ambiguous answer that didn't help push me in either direction. So, at this point, I'm not taking it but just by default, I guess.

IIWY, I would find another gyn for a second opinion that includes a serious discussion of bone health. That's very young to go through menopause.

Anonymous wrote:Is there a down side to taking HRT?

Migraines. Never had one before. Got frequent migraines on the patch.

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Anonymous wrote:I'm very confused about this, too, OP. I'm only 41 but my periods stopped by the time I was 37/38. Other than the cessation of menstruation, I have no specific symptoms of menopause. When I asked my gyn if I should consider HRT, she gave me a very ambiguous answer that didn't help push me in either direction. So, at this point, I'm not taking it but just by default, I guess.

38 is very young to go into menopause in a long time to live without hormones. Do you know the reason you went into early menopause? I am a fan of HRT in general, but I agree it’s not for everyone. However, my understanding is that it has always been standard practice to give hormones to women like you up until you reach a more natural menopause at least. Consider it.

No clear reason why. I have a number of unexplained health conditions, so at this point, I am going with the theory that it's all autoimmune, etiologically.

I am very open to HRT, but haven't been motivated to push for it since I don't have any apparent symptoms so far. But I do wonder about risks of more invisible issues, like bone loss.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a down side to taking HRT?

Cancer

False.

Not false

It is false if you believe the latest science.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a down side to taking HRT?

Cancer

False.

Not false