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    GlossaryEstrogen Therapy (estrogen replacement)

    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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      Hormone Replacement Therapy and the Skin

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      138 citations, May 2000 in “Maturitas”
      Estrogen replacement can improve skin health in menopausal women but doesn't reverse sun damage or prevent hair loss.
      Estrogens and the Skin

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      137 citations, June 2005 in “Climacteric”
      Estrogen loss during menopause worsens skin health, but hormone replacement therapy may improve it, though more research is needed.
      Skin Aging

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      76 citations, May 2007 in “Menopause International”
      After menopause, women lose a lot of skin collagen, but estrogen replacement might improve skin health.
      The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy

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      6 citations, September 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy”
      Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.

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