Hormone therapy is a treatment that uses medications containing hormones like estrogen or progesterone to replace those the body stops producing during menopause. It can be a powerful tool for managing menopausal symptoms.
"While hormone therapy can significantly improve quality of life and overall health for many women, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution," says Dr. Taryn Smith, a Mayo Clinic internist and women’s health specialist.
Here are four things a she wants you to know.
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