No Expiration Date! Continuing Hormone Replacement After 65
Menopause Rescue7 Mars 2025

No Expiration Date! Continuing Hormone Replacement After 65

In this episode of Menopause Rescue, Dr. Polly Watson discusses the evolving understanding of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and its implications for women's health. She emphasizes that HRT does not have a strict expiration date and that personalized medicine is crucial in managing menopausal symptoms. The conversation covers the historical context of HRT, the importance of considering individual health factors, and the need for a nuanced discussion around risks, particularly concerning breast cancer. Dr. Watson advocates for a shift in perspective towards extending health span and improving quality of life for women in menopause.

Quotes

  • “This idea that once you're 60 or once you're 65, you're no longer having to manage menopausal symptoms is just simply not true." - Dr. Polly Watson
  • "We used to say use the dose for the shortest amount of time. And now we're really in an era of personalized medicine and shared decision-making." - Dr. Polly Watson
  • "We’re shifting this idea that we’re only using hormone replacement therapy for hot flashes and night sweats to thinking about extending health span—extending the time of our lives where we are feeling vital, healthy, and active." - Dr. Polly Watson

Resources

Menopause Society 2022 Hormone Therapy Position Statement

Connect with Dr. Polly Watson

Website: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast

Resources: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-resources

New Patient: https://hormonewellnessmdacademy.teachable.com/p/are-we-a-good-fit-new-patient-welcome-course

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG4Tw8oHGR_6wBZmXrTu9xA

Disclaimer: https://hormonewellnessmd.com/podcast-disclaimer

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