Balancing the risks: HRT vs. No HRT

🔍Women often only consider the risks of taking HRT without considering the risks of not taking it.

💔The risks of not taking HRT include an increased risk of heart attack, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.

🌱Estrogen deficiency at postmenopause increases the risk of heart attack, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.

🚫Common side effects of taking HRT include breast tenderness, vaginal bleeding, weight gain, bloating, acne, and drowsiness.

⚖️The risks of taking HRT and not taking it should be balanced, considering individual circumstances and timing.

What is the risk of uterine cancer from HRT?

—Estrogen alone can increase the risk of uterune cancer, but when combined with progesterone, the risk is eliminated.

Does HRT increase the risk of heart attack?

—The risk of heart attack from HRT depends on the timing of starting HRT and the amount of plaque build-up in the heart arteries.

Is there an increased risk of stroke with HRT?

—The risk of stroke from HRT is similar to the risk of heart attack, as it depends on the timing and extent of plaque build-up in the brain arteries.

How does HRT affect the risk of blood clots?

—Compared to other hormonal treatments, HRT presents a lower risk of blood clots, especially when compared to pregnancy and high dosage birth control pills.

What are the common side effects of taking HRT?

—Common side effects of HRT include breast tenderness, vaginal bleeding, weight gain, bloating, acne, and drowsiness.

00:11The video discusses the importance of considering the risks and benefits of taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) versus not taking it during menopause.

02:25The risks of not taking HRT include an increased risk of heart attack, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.

06:12The risks of taking HRT include the possibility of uterine cancer, heart attack, stroke, and blood clots.

09:00The risks of HRT are dependent on individual circumstances, timing, and the balance between disease risks and side effect risks.

10:51The risk of heart attack and stroke from HRT depends on the timing of starting HRT and the extent of plaque build-up in the arteries.

12:26The risk of blood clots from HRT is lower than the risk associated with pregnancy and high dosage birth control pills.

13:00Common side effects of taking HRT include breast tenderness, vaginal bleeding, weight gain, bloating, acne, and drowsiness.

14:20The risks and benefits of taking HRT versus not taking it should be carefully considered based on individual circumstances.