- 03
- Jun
Reuters Health released that the FDA has approved the first hormone spray-on. After one spray application, the hormonal formula is absorbed into the skin and dries in sixty seconds. Depending on how severe the menopause symptoms, spray frequency ranges from one to three. Convenient application and successful results may make this new product a treatment of choice for post-menopausal women.
Of course, one of the reasons a company might be in a rush to have a new form of delivering hormones might be to get women thinking that there is something new in the world of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
Many women have become confused about hormones since the Women’s Health Initiative study was stopped when one group of women being studied were shown to have health problems attributed to HRT. But, the women in the study were post menopause.
What’s a woman to do? Well, the current recommendation seems to be (and I say “seems” because this is up to debate) to use HRT to manage menopausal symptoms in the lowest possible dose for the shortest amount of time.
More physicians seem to be prescribing topical estrogen to ease the vaginal dryness that comes with menopause, as well as other problems.
Of course, you should always talk with your physician about your own particular body and its needs.
One of the things that changes with menopause is sexuality. And if that’s something that interests you, then by all means come in for a discussion.
Also, I have used hypnosis with some good success for helping women to manage symptoms such as hot flashes and insomnia.
Bottom line: Use thoughtful judgment when it comes to taking any medication.
