There are plenty of bioidentical pharmaceutical hormone options to treat menopausal symptoms. Over 90 percent of my hormone therapy patients use these, and most physicians who treat menopause are familiar with the options. There are brand name and generic products available; to list some of them: Estrace, Vivelle, Minivelle, transdermal estradiol, Prometrium, micronized progesterone.
You also mention weight gain. I hope you know you’re not alone! We had a series on this topic this summer that may be of interest to you: an overview of the reality, how you can respond with diet alterations, and how exercise can play a part.
If you need a provider who focuses on menopausal treatments you can find one on the NAMS website (North American Menopause Society) at this link. Enter your zip code and a list of nearby providers will be listed.
Good luck!
Dr. Barb DePree, M.D., has been a gynecologist and women’s health provider for almost 30 years and a menopause care specialist for the past ten.
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