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Hormone therapy has been proven to effectively treat the symptoms of menopause. There are two types of hormone therapy: estrogen-alone and estrogen-plus-progestin. So, what’s the difference? Estrogen-alone is typically an option for women who have had their uterus removed during a hysterectomy. And estrogen-plus-progestin is for women who still have their uterus.

Two kinds of hormone therapy: Estrogen-alone, Estrogen-plus-progestin

Important Safety Information

Hormone therapy isn't right for all women, and it doesn't prevent heart disease. Hormone therapy may increase your chance of heart attack, stroke, breast cancer, blood clots, or dementia, and should be taken at the lowest effective dose for the shortest time based on your goals and risks. If you have a uterus, estrogens increase the risk of uterine cancer. Adding a progestin greatly reduces this risk. The use of estrogens and progestins should be reevaluated regularly with your health care professional. If you're not having symptoms, non-estrogen treatments should be considered before starting therapy to prevent bone loss.

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