In this episode, we discuss a podcast listener’s question. ‘Alesha’ is concerned that she should not take estrogen replacement therapy because she has fibroids. This is a common concern. The idea that estrogen can cause or propagate fibroids has left many menopausal women without support for their symptoms. Just because women have or have had a history of fibroids does not mean they are not a candidate for estrogen
therapy. In fact, women with fibroid can take estrogen hormone replacement therapy.
In this episode, we go into depth about taking estrogen with fibroids. And we break Alesha’s question into:
Alesha’s Question:
“Is there any hope for someone with adenomyosis take estrogen? If so, when is the right time? I know adenomyosis is stimulated by estrogen. I even had 1 dr offer a hysterectomy so I could take estrogen without any issues ??!! I have a history of heavy periods have had many trans vag ultrasounds and biopsy’s over the years Uterus was enlarged, lining was wnl. Had a hysterscopy to remove some cysts they found 4 hrs ago. Last ultrasound showed probable adenomyosis.i am almost 57and I am in late perimenopause. Cycles have been erratic just went 6 months without a cycle then had a normal cycle…for years of perimenopause I had symptoms of high estrogen. Most of the time for the last year I had symptoms of low estrogen. Poor sleep waking up 4-5x night, dry skin, vaginal dryness, night sweats, brain fog, difficulty concentrating which makes my job very difficult. I have also developed mild sleep apnea(sleep lab) and after my last physical I am on the edge of pre diabetes. ( am normal weight, I walk daily and lift weights, eat high protein diet with lots of veggies and healthy fats.) I am currently taking a progesterone troche( 1/4 lozenge 50mg 2x day) and vaginal estrogen. I was taking an oral progesterone 300 mg thought it would help with sleep but didn’t. The progesterone has helped with GI issues, puffiness, bloating, cramping and anxiety.”
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In this episode, we discuss a listener’s question about estrogen cream causing nausea. ‘Betty’ is a practitioner with a client that is having severe nausea as a reaction to her biest/estrogen cream. While her client has experienced much improvement with her hormone therapy, she is having a lot of issues with nausea and vomiting. In this podcast, we discuss: What types of hormone therapy can cause nausea Why is HRT causing you to feel sick Estrogen therapy for vaginal dryness Blood work for menopause Blood work for hormone levels How HRT dosing is very individualized to each person Let’s read Betty’s question: “I have a patient with a history of hysterectomy who retains one ovary. She is currently on Biest cream 50/50, 1 mg daily. She is also on progesterone 100-200 mg orally HS. She initially did well: improved vaginal moisture, great sex and mood. Now she is experiencing debilitating N/V, which she did when taking synthetic estrogen from her gyn. Should I just have her maybe 0.5mg vaginally 3x/week? I have never had any patients experience this. BTW, she was not on progesterone when she was taking the synthetic estrogen so that’s why we think it’s the estrogen. Thanks.” If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Want more insights like this? Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for hormone Q&As, educational guides, and real-world strategies to help you feel like yourself again—especially during perimenopause and menopause. Join the Progress Your Health Newsletter Stay Connected Instagram: @drvalorie TikTok: @drvaloried Join the Hormone Community: Click here to subscribe Disclaimer: All content in this blog, including text, images, audio, video, or other formats, was created for informational purposes only. This video, website, and blog aim to promote consumer/public understanding and general knowledge of various health topics. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition before undertaking a new healthcare regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. If your healthcare provider is not interested in discussing your health concerns regarding this topic, then it is time to find a new doctor.
Our listener, Jackie, wants to know if she can take estrogen even though she is in her late 30’s and has not started menopause. She wants something to help with weight loss, hair regrowth after pregnancy, improving mood, and help with libido. In this episode, we talk about: Risks from taking estrogen before menopause When to start estrogen hormone replacement The difference between estradiol and estriol How to balance hormones in perimenopause Using testosterone therapy for women and libido DHEA and perimenopause How estrogen might not be the right fit for someone in perimenopause. What a women in perimenopause can do to help with hormone balancing. Jackie’s Question: “I am concerned that if I use estrogen cream, such as estriol, that I will gain weight and lose hair. I have seen conflicting accounts to whether this is true, and some say that it helps regrow hair and helps with weight loss. I have not started menopause yet, (I’m almost 40) and want something to help me stay youthful, lose weight and grow my hair which started thinning very badly and continues since pregnancy, help protect bone density, improve mood and memory, and get my libido back. Is estrogen cream a good fit for me? Thanks!” If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Want more insights like this? Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for hormone Q&As, educational guides, and real-world strategies to help you feel like yourself again—especially during perimenopause and menopause. Join the Progress Your Health Newsletter Stay Connected Instagram: @drvalorie TikTok: @drvaloried Join the Hormone Community: Click here to subscribe Disclaimer: All content in this blog, including text, images, audio, video, or other formats, was created for informational purposes only. This video, website, and blog aim to promote consumer/public understanding and general knowledge of various health topics. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition before undertaking a new healthcare regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. If your healthcare provider is not interested in discussing your health concerns regarding this topic, then it is time to find a new doctor.
In this episode, we discuss progesterone capsules vs cream. We get many listener questions about what type of progesterone to use. Wondering should they take oral progesterone or topical cream progesterone when taking estrogen HRT. Not only is this important for symptom relief in menopause. It is also important as a healthy safety issue for women taking biest/estrogen/estradiol hormone therapy. This discussion will address: The difference between progesterone orally and cream. Different types of progesterone, such as creams, gels, troches, capsules, tablets, and sublingual. How does progesterone protect again uterine cancer when taking estrogen HRT? Progesterone capsules help with sleep. What about cream? Can progesterone cream protect the uterus when taking estradiol? Can progesterone delay periods? Can progesterone help with help with heavy periods? If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Want more insights like this? Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for hormone Q&As, educational guides, and real-world strategies to help you feel like yourself again—especially during perimenopause and menopause. Join the Progress Your Health Newsletter Stay Connected Instagram: @drvalorie TikTok: @drvaloried Join the Hormone Community: Click here to subscribe Disclaimer: All content in this blog, including text, images, audio, video, or other formats, was created for informational purposes only. This video, website, and blog aim to promote consumer/public understanding and general knowledge of various health topics. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition before undertaking a new healthcare regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. If your healthcare provider is not interested in discussing your health concerns regarding this topic, then it is time to find a new doctor.
Our listener, Jackie, wants to know if she can take estrogen even though she is in her late 30’s and has not started menopause. She wants something to help with weight loss, hair regrowth after pregnancy, improving mood, and help with libido. In this episode, we talk about: Risks from taking estrogen before menopause When to start estrogen hormone replacement The difference between estradiol and estriol How to balance hormones in perimenopause Using testosterone therapy for women and libido DHEA and perimenopause How estrogen might not be the right fit for someone in perimenopause. What a women in perimenopause can do to help with hormone balancing. Jackie’s Question: “I am concerned that if I use estrogen cream, such as estriol, that I will gain weight and lose hair. I have seen conflicting accounts to whether this is true, and some say that it helps regrow hair and helps with weight loss. I have not started menopause yet, (I’m almost 40) and want something to help me stay youthful, lose weight and grow my hair which started thinning very badly and continues since pregnancy, help protect bone density, improve mood and memory, and get my libido back. Is estrogen cream a good fit for me? Thanks!” If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question. Want more insights like this? Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for hormone Q&As, educational guides, and real-world strategies to help you feel like yourself again—especially during perimenopause and menopause. Join the Progress Your Health Newsletter Stay Connected Instagram: @drvalorie TikTok: @drvaloried Join the Hormone Community: Click here to subscribe Disclaimer: All content in this blog, including text, images, audio, video, or other formats, was created for informational purposes only. This video, website, and blog aim to promote consumer/public understanding and general knowledge of various health topics. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition before undertaking a new healthcare regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website. If your healthcare provider is not interested in discussing your health concerns regarding this topic, then it is time to find a new doctor.
In this episode, we discuss the best way to reduce triglycerides. Sasha, a podcast listener, asked us how to lower her triglycerides. We then go into depth about triglycerides, how to lower them, and why they could be high in the first place.
How to read a lipid panel
Supplements for lowering triglycerides
Lifestyle changes for lowering triglycerides
What do high triglycerides mean?
Building blocks for triglycerides
Improving metabolic health
Can menopause increase triglycerides?
High triglycerides and thyroid hormones
Sacha’s Question:”I know this isn’t a hormone question but was hoping you could give me some direction. I was wondering what is the best way to lower triglycerides? thank you for your help!”
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In this episode, we talk about POI (primary/premature ovarian insufficiency) and earlymenopause. Samantha sent in a question about whether she is in menopause or hasPOI at the age of 36.We break Samantha’s question into:- What is POI (Premature/Primary ovarian insufficiency)?- Taking estradiol during perimenopause- Difference between perimenopause and menopause- What is an FSH?- Insulin resistance and perimenopauseSamantha’s Question:I am 36 and have been slowly noticing perimenopause/low estrogen symptoms for thepast year and a half. I went to an online provider and started HRT and haveexperienced so much relief! From mental symptoms to night sweats to dryness(everywhere) I have started to feel so much better being on estradiol and progesteronefor 3 months. I have been working with a functional nutritionist on my diet, walking daily,etc.i had gestational diabetes for all 3 pregnancies and also got my tubes removed lastyear. After I came off the birth control all of my symptoms started! I recently saw mynormal OBGYN so I could get my HRT through insurance and he agreed- but made itclear this isn’t menopause, could be POI, but seemed skeptical. I got bloodwork doneand my FSH has risen in the past few months from a 3.7 to an 8. But it’s still considerednormal. All of my thyroid and other bloodwork also comes back normal. Is POI apossible diagnosis? I feel crazy!!If you have a question, please visit our website and click Ask the Doctor a question.
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Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of somethingyou have read on this website. If your healthcare provider is not interested indiscussing your health concerns regarding this topic, then it is time to find a new doctor.
