Estrogen and Breast Cancer: The 2002 Scare vs. The 2020 Data
Does Estrogen Increase Breast Cancer Risk? There is no single yes-or-no answer for every type of hormone therapy. The best-known randomized evidence comes from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI). Its long-term results showed two different patterns: Estrogen alone: Among women who had undergone hysterectomy, conjugated equine estrogen was associated with lower breast cancer incidence and […]
Menopause Hormone Therapy After the FDA Label Change: What Women Should Know Now
Quick answer: In November 2025, the FDA announced it would remove most of the “black box” warning from menopause hormone therapy, and updated prescribing information is now available for these products (U.S. Food and Drug Administration [FDA], 2026). The change reflects newer research, but hormone therapy is not risk-free. The right choice still depends on […]
HRT for Women: Benefits, Risks, and What to Expect
A balanced guide to menopause hormone therapy benefits, risks, and the questions women should ask before treatment.
Low Estrogen Symptoms: When to Test and What Treatment Can Do
Learn the common symptoms of low estrogen, when testing makes sense, and which treatments may help depending on the cause.
Top 5 Reasons Why Pregnenolone Is So Important
Hormones are chemicals that are produced by the endocrine system’s glands. They travel through the bloodstream to other parts of the body such as tissues and organs, sending them messages, telling them what to do. Due to their essential role in the human body, hormones help to regulate the following: Growth and development Reproduction and […]
Estrogen Replacement Therapy: Comparing Local vs Systemic Estrogen
ocal HRTEvery hormone in the body has its role. They act as chemical messengers and manage several natural bodily processes. Some of these processes depend on a chain reaction that involves multiple hormones. Estrogen is a crucial sex hormone in the female body. It plays a role in the reproductive system and is involved in […]
How Long Does it Take For HRT to Start Working? Timeline Explained
While certain hormones tend to peak during adolescence and young adulthood, as you turn older, your body starts to produce less of these chemical messengers naturally. A significant decline in essential hormones can cause problems with your health, which is why hormone replacement therapy has become a popular treatment option in modern-day society. The question […]
Estrogen Therapy FAQs – Why Is Estradiol Important?
A woman’s body naturally produces high levels of estradiol, a sex hormone produced during and after puberty. This potent form of estrogen is responsible for developing feminine traits such as shapely hips and breasts. However, during menopause, women experience a drop in estrogen production. This causes unwanted changes to the mind and body. At Androgenix […]