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When To Begin Hormone Replacement Therapy

There may be some debate as to when Hormone Replacement Therapy should be started. Some gynecologists desire to attend till the menopause is nicely established (perhaps a 12 months after the menses stop) earlier than beginning Hormone Replacement Therapy. Many docs disagree with this approach. Vital discomfort and irreparable system damage may take place throughout that time. And nothing is gained. Most start Hormone Replacement Therapy through the Perimenopause especially since new evidence indicates that loss of bone mass could start effectively earlier than the cessation of menses.

Before administering Hormone Replacement Therapy, you will have to undergo some exams such as:

• A complete gynecological examination, including a Pap smear.

• A screening mammogram to search for any proof of suspicious breast changes.

• In some instances, laboratory blood evaluation for blood lipids (cholesterols and triglycerides) could also be indicated.