A 46-year-old female asked:
in hrt is it best to take estrogen separate from progesterone or together for symptom relief?
1 doctor answer
Dr. David Sneid answered
40 years experience Endocrinology
There is some: Recent disagreement on this subject. Best to discuss the specifics with your doctor, or even with more than one doctor for a broader range of opinions and then make the best decision for your individual case.
Answered on Aug 19, 2013
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Related questions:
A 46-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jane Van Dis answered
17 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Depends: There are many different ways to prescribe estrogen and Progesterone for treatment of peri-menopausal and menopausal symptoms. Some women take estrog ... Read More
A 47-year-old female asked:
Dr. Ray Tidman answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
Hormone compound Rx: Is best done by a provider who is experienced in such , and who is interviewing and following your response to treatment. This can improve your well b ... Read More
1
1 thank
A 59-year-old female asked:
Dr. Jane Van Dis answered
17 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Prometrium (micronized progesterone): Typically Progesterone causes the bloating associated with hrt. Progesterone causes smooth muscle to contract more slowly, which means slower transit ... Read More
1
1 thank
A 46-year-old female asked:
Dr. Pavel Conovalciuc answered
22 years experience Family Medicine
HRT: Hrt works pretty fast. I doubt you'd feel worse on it. You may not feel better and dose adjustment may need to be done. However, with all the risks of ... Read More
1
1 thank
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
People also searched for:
Connect by text or video with a U.S. board-certified doctor now — wait time is less than 1 minute!
Unlimited visits
$10/month