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Post-Menopausal Hormone Therapy

Meaning

Post-Menopausal Hormone Therapy (±HT), also known as Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT), is a clinical intervention involving the administration of estrogen, often combined with a progestogen, to women following the cessation of ovarian function. The primary goal of this therapy is to alleviate severe vasomotor symptoms, such as hot flashes and night sweats, and to mitigate the long-term health risks associated with estrogen deficiency, including osteoporosis. This treatment requires a careful, personalized risk-benefit assessment by a qualified clinician, focusing on the individual patient’s health history and symptoms.