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Advice on using HRT please: What are the pros & cons?

Menopause | Last Active: Aug 2, 2025 | Replies (53)
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Does anyone know of a doctor in Wisconsin that will prescribe HRT to someone that is 57 and experiencing ALL menopause symptoms? My mood, energy, focus are all in chaos and it is really difficult to work. My general doctor and ob/gyn will not prescribe anything more than estriol vaginal cream 1 mg / twice a week that is safe for the rest of my life.

I have read many of the same risks for HRT, but I was on a very low dose of estradiol until 55 and it was soo great and really worked. I prefer quality of life and want to make my own decisions on my body. Any suggestions on doctors or clinics that provide HRT (estrogene and progesterone) would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Julie

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Jul 30, 2025

Any luck finding a functional medicine practice?

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kisu | @kisu | Jul 30, 2025

Finding a local doctor willing to prescribe Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) can be a significant challenge, with many of us searching for two to four years without success. Consequently, a growing number of women are turning to online, female-owned hormone practices.

These online platforms typically require blood tests and some form of consultation. While most do not accept insurance, their services are generally reasonably priced, especially considering that HRT is a long-term treatment. Some of these listed don't take insurance. I've noted the ones that do.

If you can find a Functional Medicine doctor who accepts your insurance, that's an excellent option. However, in some states, functional doctors operate on a membership model and can be twice as expensive as concierge services, making cost a critical factor for long-term HRT.

Here are some of the most popular online resources for HRT, though many more options exist:

https://www.joinmidi.com/bioidentical-hormone-therapy (Takes insurance, but not federal health insurance)
https://www.myalloy.com/drconsult
https://bywinona.com/
https://start.evernow.com/g-membership-2 (Evernow states they accept insurance)
https://www.defymedical.com/
https://gennev.com/ (Gennev also states they accept insurance)
https://joiandblokes.com/shop/women/hormone-health/hrt/

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