Menopause With and Without HRT: Understanding Your Options

In this episode, Catriona Williams is joined by GP and menopause specialist Dr Jackie Radley to discuss menopause management both with and without HRT.They explore why many women seek HRT, why some cannot take it for medical reasons, and why others prefer not to use hormones. The conversation looks at how menopause symptoms can overlap with long-term and chronic health conditions, sometimes making symptoms harder to identify.Dr Radley also outlines non-hormonal options that may help with symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, sleep problems, and mood changes, alongside the role of lifestyle changes in supporting long-term health after menopause.Key themes include:Menopause symptoms and decision-making around HRTWhen HRT may not be suitable or preferredNon-hormonal prescription options and their usesLifestyle approaches to support symptoms and long-term healthUnderstanding menopause alongside chronic conditionsThis episode is for information and education only and does not provide medical advice.LinksSign up to my newsletter here:https://bit.ly/3NA40IQWebsite:https://myhealthfocus.comMy Health Focus is not a medical service. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.JOIN THE MY HEALTH FOCUS COMMUNITY AND SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.