Confusing News About Hormones and Stroke

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low cost links of AL 12:30AM May 07, 2010

I had a total hysterectomy at age 26 and have tried the whole gambit of HRT from synthetic to herbal to nothing at all. In August of 2009 I had a TIA stroke while using a vaginal ring. Now I am told I can never take HRT again (age 39)...my life has taken such a downward turn. I have no idea what to do or how to control the mood swings or sweats. Help!!

Karena of VA 1:03PM October 09, 2009

I am 45 years old and since 41 I am having very differentet kinds of symtoms . I was told that those were pre-menopause symtoms. One of the and the most frustrating is my sexual thrive, next my swing moods, dryness, reduce in concentration. I changed doctors because none of them saw anything wrong with me. Finally, this new doctor prescripted me one birth control ring to put inside my vagina. It will relief the hormones that my body needs. I am doing that for three months and I am still with same symtoms that before.
What can I do?

Margarita of CA 5:26PM June 25, 2008

When researching whether or not to take hormone drugs, many women are surprised to learn that some of the most popular ones, like Premarin and Prempro, are made from the urine of pregnant mares. This fact, in combination with the potential health risks, influences many women to seek other alternatives for relieving menopausal symptoms, such as lifestyle changes, synthetic drugs, and holistic or herbal therapies. The bottom line is this: Talk to your doctor about all of the possible options for hormone treatment and find the solution that matches your physical, ethical and lifestyle needs.

Alexis of CA 8:58PM May 06, 2008

I believe every woman should read the book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause" by John R. Lee, M.D. before going on any HRT. It is a little technical for a lay person, but well worth the time to read it.

Ann Taddeo of CO 3:08PM May 01, 2008

The risks of HRT certainly aren't the same for everyone. In fact, a study in the New England Journal of Medicine last year found that women who took unopposed estrogen (which means not in combination with progesterone) received heart benefits from estrogen if they started taking it right after menopause for an average of seven years. These are women who presumably like you had hysterectomies. Then again, you have to look at your family history and your own medical history. I'd speak to your doctor about your concerns and whether you should be doing anything differently.

Deborah Kotz of DC 3:34PM April 30, 2008

I had a total hysterectomy at the age of 34. I started taking HRT (5MG of Estrogen)
daily for the past 21 yrs. I don't plan on stopping. I have a yearly mammogram.
Don't smoke or drink & I'm in good health. Am I to believe that a stroke is eminent in my future-??

Sue of TN 2:55PM April 30, 2008