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Have you been told no to hrt if you are 10+ years post menopause?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (96)
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@donnajones

I am 73 and have been on HRT for at least 8 years, started them about 15 years post menapause. The difference was amazing in how I felt on the HRT. I use a topical cream I apply daily to my inner thigh and take progesterone capsule at night. Have had no problems.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | May 18, 2024

Does the topical include any testosterone?

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Lara K | @larak | May 21, 2024

This is very encouraging. Thank you for sharing this.

I have heard that, not only is bone loss lessened, but estrogen is cardio-protective as well. I went through menopause about a decade ago and am dealing with cardiovascular issues, bone loss issues, and other issues I would like to improve. But I, too, am getting the "But you're going to get cancer!" responses from doctors.

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pattiel | @pattiel | 3 days ago

Well, that's amazing that they prescribed that for you at 65. Wow. Am assuming the cream is estrodial but you didn't specify. How is your bone density since starting? Let us know!

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