10 Ways Every Women Should Prepare For Menopause

Hormone Replacement Therapy

There has been contradicting information about the benefits and harmful effects of hormone replacement therapy. Initially, women were told it would increase their risk of having a heart attack, blood clots, breast cancer, and strokes. Then, experts said it was safe. These days the conclusion appears to suggest short-term use at low-dosage can be a safe route for those under the age of fifty-nine, without a history of breast cancer, and whose symptoms are moderate to severe.