transdermal estradiol

Transdermal Estrogen Benefits Cognitive Functioning in Perimenopausal Women

While earlier observational studies suggested that hormone treatment may improve cognitive functioning in peri- and postmenopausal women, studies from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) demonstrated that estrogen replacement therapy started in postmenopausal women (65 [...]

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2020-07-24T10:39:20-04:00January 6th, 2020|Menopausal Symptoms|Comments Off

Transdermal Estradiol, But Not Oral Estrogens, Improves Sexual Function in Postmenopausal Women

Sexual dysfunction is common among peri- and postmenopausal women and include a spectrum of problems, including low (or hypoactive) sexual desire, decreased satisfaction, and discomfort. Reports indicate that the prevalence of hypoactive sexual desire [...]

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2018-09-10T12:34:33-04:00February 13th, 2018|Menopausal Symptoms|Comments Off