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How long do you plan to stay on HRT for?

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NetZeroZealot · 07/05/2024 18:46

I've been on it since I was 52 and am 60 now.

It's been a genuine life changer. I can't imagine ever stopping! But think I must at some point, probably when I retire - I still have quite a demanding job.

Interested in others experiences, especially people older than me who are still taking it.

How do you know when you should quit?

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AnnieSF · 13/05/2024 17:24

Newgirls · 13/05/2024 14:57

A note on breast cancer risk - I’ve seen growing awareness in the uk about the BRCA gene. It’s more talked about in the US. Seems to be most prevalent in women with Jewish ancestory. If this is you worth reading up on?

And men. They test for it in the UK.

DoctorMartin · 13/05/2024 18:34

Why do we need to have another mirena coil fitted after five years of it takes us over 55 and presumably post-menopausal? Are there other benefits to having one?

BatshitCrazyWoman · 13/05/2024 18:57

DoctorMartin · 13/05/2024 18:34

Why do we need to have another mirena coil fitted after five years of it takes us over 55 and presumably post-menopausal? Are there other benefits to having one?

If you have a uterus, you have to have progesterone alongside oestrogen for your HRT. The Mirena provides the progesterone.

DoctorMartin · 13/05/2024 19:25

@BatshitCrazyWoman Ah I thought that was only while still having periods!

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