New research has found “no evidence” that commonly prescribed hormone therapies for menopausal women either increase or ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Estrogen vs. Progesterone: Key Menopause Hormones Explained Key ...

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a relatively complex topic. There are various treatment methods, proven benefits, potential side effects and quite a few personal considerations to take when ...

With the black box warning a thing of the past, interest in these once-controversial medications is growing, say experts.

Research shows that estrogen administration, such as through HRT, can increase resting energy expenditure by up to 200-220 ...

A major review of prior research has found no evidence that menopause hormone therapy either increases or decreases dementia ...

But "black box" warnings on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) that warned of heightened risks from breast cancer, stroke or dementia were enough to discourage physicians and their patients from ...

In theory, people can take HRT for the rest of their lives, but the risks involved may increase with age. Doctors advise taking an individualized approach and regularly weighing the benefits and risks ...

Healthcare professionals typically start a person on the lowest dose of progesterone in hormone replacement therapy (HRT). They then monitor and increase the dosage as required. HRT can help manage ...

UCSF researchers showed that estrogen can turn on pain signals in the gut, offering new insights into conditions like ...

Triple-positive breast cancer involves tumors positive for estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors, affecting treatment decisions and strategies. Diagnosis includes imaging and biopsy to confirm ...

Feminizing hormone therapy increases estrogen levels and decreases testosterone levels to induce traditionally female characteristics in the body.