Hormone Replacement starting at 75yrs old

I started HRT AT 67 years of age, 10 years after menopause. I am currently 70 years old. My primary care doctor approved….said her 80 something year old mother was on some form of it. I have had two other doctors disapprove, my gyn and a VA doc. Like my primary care doc says, it’s a personal decision and one must weight pros and cons. The 2002 study that denounced HRT was supposedly flawed. I just know for me potential benefits outweigh potential risks. I have an older sister w Alzheimer’s and HRT is good for the brain. I am also very physically active…Pilates 5-6 times per week and cycling w groups 100-150 miles per week on average…having more energy helps my being active. I get a Biote pellet inserted every 4 months.

My cardiologist actually wants me back on bioidentical hormones as I completely lack estrogen, testosterone. I’m 71 and he has done extensive research on hormone replacement for older women and feels strongly that I will benefit in many ways with bone strength, heart health, vaginal health, hair, skin, nails, fatigue and mood swings. I inject Tymlos daily for severe osteoporosis and have had marked improvement in my bone density but he feels that it is important to not be hormone depleted as I am. He can determine the dosage amount which he says will start with a lower dose of each of the hormones that I need. I’m very active but don’t always feel great. I need a boost of something and am praying these hormones will improve my quality of life.

Yes my cardiologist said the early 2000 studies on HRT was flawed and women need replacement after menopause. He has attended many studies regarding HRT in older women and feels strongly that without hormone replacement we suffer in many ways. I’m about to embark on hormone replacement at 71. Had a complete hysterectomy in my late 30’s and took HRTs for a short time before stopping. Ended up with severe osteoporosis and now need to inject medication daily even though I’m very active. Could have avoided this disease had I remained on hormones.

Ok. So, do I need a cardiologist? Wonder if my endocrinologist will consider this. I don’t I have a heart issue. I really want to pursue it though. Maybe a progressive minded urologist?

Yes, I forgot to mention in my original post that I have osteoporosis and since taking HRT my osteoporosis is now osteopenia in some places…improved.

This is wonderful to hear. I just start HRT, it’s been almost 2 months. I believe I’m seeing some small improvements. My doses are small, progesterone 100mg and a compounded estriol & estradiol plus testosterone. 1 pump per day at 0.3 grams

No u don’t need a cardiologist. My cardiologist is also an integrative doctor who I see for my blood work as well. Many doctors still are of the mindset that hormone replacement is bad for women over 50. So you really need to find a doctor who is up to date on HRT and willing to work with you on finding the best course of treatment.

Now just to find a doctor who’s informed about this.

Consider looking up functional medical doctors in your area or integrative that follow a more holistic approach to treating patients. Where do u lives?