A member asked:

Recently went back on hrt. .5 estrace & 100 mg prometrium (micronized progesterone). stomach now looks bloated same as the 1st time that i used hrt. why this side effect?

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Dr. Bruce Pierce answered

This is a common: Side effect of hrt. But check with your doctor because bloating could be a sign of an ovarian abnormality.

Answered 6/29/2014

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A member asked:

Recently went back on hrt. .5 estrace & 100 mg prometrium (micronized progesterone). stomach now looks bloated same as the 1st time that i used hrt. why this side effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Pierce answered

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