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    GlossaryEstrogen Therapy

    administration of estrogen hormones to alleviate menopause symptoms

    Estrogen Therapy, also known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) or Estrogen Replacement Therapy (ERT), involves the administration of estrogen hormones to alleviate symptoms associated with menopause, such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and osteoporosis. It can also be used in cases of estrogen deficiency due to other medical conditions. This therapy helps to restore hormone levels, thereby improving quality of life and reducing the risk of certain long-term health issues.

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      Side Effects of Spironolactone Therapy in the Hirsute Woman

      research Side Effects of Spironolactone Therapy in the Hirsute Woman

      80 citations, January 1988 in “˜The œJournal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism”
      Spironolactone can cause side effects like irregular bleeding, but lower doses may reduce these effects and still improve hirsutism.
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      community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

      in Female  53 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
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