HRT – How long is too long?

HRT – How long is too long?

How long is too long? This is a question many women ask Dr Meyer when considering HRT. The answer depends on many factors, including what age you start, what are the main reasons for starting, your general health and fitness, medical history and lifestyle. For...
My periods have stopped and I feel fine. Do I need HRT?

My periods have stopped and I feel fine. Do I need HRT?

My periods have stopped and I feel fine. Do I need HRT? Every woman’s hormonal journey is going to be very individual, but there will be similarities too. The one event we will all experience is menopause i.e. cessation of all our ovarian hormones, no more eggs being...
The affects of Menopause on your skin

The affects of Menopause on your skin

Acne can occur when hormone levels become unbalanced during the perimenopause and menopause. HRT and our skin. There is a drop in estrogen levels and a relative increase in the activity of androgen hormones such as testosterone. Once your hormones are rebalanced...
Is bone density hereditary?

Is bone density hereditary?

Is bone density hereditary?   Whether or not our bones are dense is partly hereditary, but can also be affected by our diet across our life, how active we are during our lives and for how long we remain active. Is bone density hereditary? Our bone density is at...
HRT & weight gain

HRT & weight gain

HRT & weight gain   HRT is not responsible for weight gain. Let’s dispel that myth straightaway and instead look at the facts. During perimenopause and menopause the female hormone oestrogen naturally reduces because the body believes it is no longer needed...