Perimenopause is a natural transition marked by fluctuating estrogen levels that can trigger hot flashes, mood changes, sleep disturbances, weight gain, and cognitive shifts. Understanding how estrogen supports the heart, bones, brain, and emotional well-being is essential for managing symptoms effectively. This article explores estrogen’s vital role, the science behind perimenopausal changes, treatment options including HRT and non-hormonal approaches, and the cultural history shaping how women experience menopause today. Convenient at-home hormone testing can also provide valuable insight and empower women to take control of their health during this transformative stage.
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Trials of HRT Started in Early Menopause - Research Updates
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The Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) trial cast a long shadow over hormone replacement therapy — but it enrolled women well over a decade past menopause. Two newer trials, ELITE and KEEPS, specifically studied HRT started early in the postmenopausal period. Their findings on cardiovascular health, sexual function, sleep, mood and cognition paint a more nuanced and encouraging picture. Here is what the latest research shows.