hormonereplacement

Hormone replacement therapy, often abbreviated as HRT, is a medical treatment used to supplement or replace hormones that the body is no longer producing in sufficient quantities. The most common application of HRT is in managing symptoms associated with menopause in women. As women approach menopause, their ovaries produce less estrogen and progesterone, leading to a range of physical and emotional changes such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood swings, and a loss of bone density. HRT can help alleviate these symptoms by providing synthetic or bioidentical versions of these hormones.

Beyond menopause, HRT can also be used for other conditions. For example, men with low testosterone levels (hypogonadism) may undergo testosterone replacement therapy to improve energy, mood, and sexual function. Children with certain endocrine disorders might receive growth hormone therapy. Additionally, individuals undergoing gender affirmation treatment utilize HRT to align their physical characteristics with their gender identity. The specific hormones administered, dosage, and duration of treatment are tailored to the individual's needs and medical condition, and are always determined and monitored by a healthcare professional. Risks and benefits are carefully considered and discussed with patients before initiating therapy.