The HRT episode you've been waiting for! Cherry Healey and Dr. Amir Khan tackle your biggest questions about hormone replacement therapy, whether you're thinking about starting, already taking it, or just want to understand more about it.
You’ll find out the game-changing gel everyone's talking about, when to start HRT, how to know if it's working, what to do about side effects, and whether you can take it forever. Dr. Amir breaks down the science, while Cherry shares her own journey and poses your questions about testosterone, joint pain and migraines.
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Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:39 What is HRT? Oestrogen, progesterone & testosterone explained
04:10 Why menopause hits women so hard
05:10 When should you consider starting HRT?
07:25 Does skipping HRT affect long-term health & dementia risk?
09:18 How perimenopause can force healthier lifestyle habits
10:08 Can you start HRT after menopause?
11:38 Types of HRT: gels, patches, sprays & progesterone
14:43 HRT with endometriosis & fibroids – is it safe?
17:02 HRT and migraines – can migraine sufferers take HRT?
18:10 How long can you stay on HRT? Can you take it forever?
19:47 What happens when you stop HRT? Do symptoms return?
20:38 How long does HRT take to start working?
21:35 What if HRT stops working? Adjusting dose & absorption
22:42 Side effects of HRT & progesterone intolerance
23:23 Testosterone for women – NHS vs private access
26:47 HRT, joint pain & “menopause shoulder”
28:37 Natural alternatives to HRT & lifestyle changes
30:03 Final thoughts: Don’t suffer in silence
30:56 GP disclaimer + menopause specialists
31:00 Listener health question: ear pain, reflux & OtoVent device
33:16 Outro & where to follow the podcast
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