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medicine1 month ago•4 min saved

Early Menopause Hormone Therapy Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Risk in Women with Hot Flashes

A SWAN-cohort analysis found that starting menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) in perimenopause or early postmenopause for women with vasomotor symptoms is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease (HR 0.78 overall; 0.73 if begun within 10 years of menopause). The benefit appears strongest among Black women (HR 0.51). These findings are observational and not a recommendation to use MHT for CVD prevention; randomized trials are still needed. The study included 2,737 women, with about 9–12 years of follow-up and 224 cardiovascular events.

via Medscape|

#cardiovascular-risk #hormone-therapy #medicine

health-and-wellness3 months ago•3 min saved

Quiet the Night Sweats: Practical Tips for Better Sleep During Menopause

Night sweats affect up to 80% of menopausal women and can disrupt sleep; true night sweats come in waves and leave you drenched, often with a hot flush followed by a chill, and multiple factors beyond menopause can contribute. Management includes menopausal hormone therapy for suitable candidates, non-hormonal medications, good sleep hygiene and cooling bedding, modestly effective supplements, and lifestyle tweaks like limiting alcohol and spicy foods. Consult a clinician to tailor treatment and address underlying causes if symptoms persist.

via USA Today|

#health-and-wellness #menopause #night-sweats

health3 years ago•5 min saved

"The Potential Benefits of Progesterone for Perimenopausal Women"

Micronized oral progesterone may reduce night sweats and improve sleep quality in perimenopausal women, according to a randomized, placebo-controlled trial. The study found that women who received progesterone experienced a significant decrease in night sweats and improved sleep compared to the control group. However, there was no significant difference in vasomotor symptoms between the two groups. The researchers recommend oral micronized progesterone at a dose of 300 mg at bedtime for women who have menstruated within the last year and are bothered by night sweats and sleep disturbances.

via Medscape|

#health #night-sweats #perimenopause