Hormone replacement therapy is a medication that contains female hormones. You take the medication to replace the estrogen that your body stops making during menopause. Hormone therapy is most often used to treat common menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal discomfort.
How Much Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Cost In South Africa
HRT can cost up to R800 a month
How do I get started with hormone therapy?
To start HRT, you will need 1 referral letter from a licensed mental health provider that addresses the WPATH Standards of Care guidelines.
What are my next steps to start HRT? 1. Meet with your licensed mental health provider to obtain a referral letter and sign a Release of Information Form for them.
What are the signs that you need hormone replacement therapy?
Signs that you may need hormone replacement therapy include:
Hot flashes.
Night sweats.
Vaginal dryness.
Pain, itching, or burning during intercourse.
Bone loss.
Low sex-drive.
Mood changes.
Irritability.
What is the name of hormone pills?
Some women choose to treat their menopause symptoms with hormone medicines sometimes called Hormone Therapy.
Estrogen-Only Medicines.
| Brand Name | Generic Name | Product Type |
|---|---|---|
| Premarin | conjugated estrogens | Pill Vaginal Cream Injection (Shot) |
| Vagifem | estradiol | Vaginal Tablet |
| Vivelle | estradiol | Patch |
| Vivelle-Dot | estradiol | Patch |
How long does it take to start hormone therapy?
The effects of hormone therapy vary from person to person.
How quickly the changes happen will depend on a range of factors.
Some new body features may affect you almost right away. Others may take from two to five years to develop.