What menopause symptoms can estrogen relieve?
Estrogen is prescribed to relieve: • Hot flashes. • Vaginal dryness that can result in painful intercourse. • Other problematic symptoms of menopause, such as night sweats and dry, itchy skin. Other benefits of taking HRT include: • Reduced risk of developing osteoporosis and reduced risk of bone breakage. • Improvement of mood and overall sense of mental well-being in some women. • Decreased tooth loss. • Lowered risk of colon cancer.
