#hormone-therapy

#hormone-therapy

Menopause research is gaining traction, but remains underfunded and understudied despite affecting the majority of women.

Women's libido can drop due to hormonal changes such as low testosterone and thyroid issues; seeking medical advice is crucial for restoring sexual health.

Testosterone's popularity among postmenopausal women has surged, driven by social media influencers, though many claims about its benefits are overstated.

Vaginal oestrogen is a safe and effective treatment for women facing vaginal dryness and UTIs after menopause.

Ruth Shrauner, a tech founder, experienced debilitating perimenopause symptoms, mistaking them for stress, until bioidentical hormone replacement therapy restored her vitality.

The Queensland government's ban on hormone therapy for transgender minors deeply impacted Liam's mental health, which improved significantly after telehealth consultation.

Nighttime vasomotor symptoms (VMS) during menopause may indicate a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the potential link between VMS and brain health.

Menopause education is crucial; understanding perimenopause and hormone therapy improves sexual health and intimacy as individuals age.

Estrogen creams for menopause may help with skin changes, but more research is needed for their safety and effectiveness.

Social media trends may mislead women about testosterone use, which has seen a nearly 50% increase in recent years as a treatment for low hormones.

Transgender individuals are urgently seeking to secure their health treatments due to fears of restrictions under the Trump administration.

Less than 1 in 1,000 transgender youth receive hormones or puberty blockers, challenging the narrative of widespread hormone use among this population.

Transgender patients are facing increased difficulties in accessing hormone replacement therapy due to systemic issues within NHS gender services.

A federal judge's injunction allows hormone therapy for incarcerated trans individuals in Idaho, blocking a bill banning state-funded gender-affirming care.

Trans women can breastfeed, and it is healthy and safe for both mother and baby.

GAHT significantly influences immune response in transgender individuals, indicating broader effects of gonadal steroids on human immunity.

Healthcare can sometimes act on assumptions leading to unnecessary decisions, as in the case of stopping hormone therapy due to kidney failure diagnosis.

There are misunderstandings and knowledge gaps about the impact of hormone therapies particularly in transgender individuals.