Benefits of HRT After 65

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) after 65 can significantly improve quality of life by reducing risks of mortality, cancer, heart disease, dementia, and fractures.

Aging is a normal part of life and it tends to affect our bodies in a way that might need to be taken care of.

Taking Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a great way for many of us over the age of sixty or so to maintain our health and sense we are being true to ourselves.

But what is HRT, and why could it still be useful even after the age of 65? Here, in this delightful guide, we shall amazing five major advantages of HRT in the golden years.

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5 Benefits of HRT After 65

While Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) comes with an entire host of problems, some health benefits extend well into a woman’s 60s according to new research. 

The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) has stated that women in this age group who are bothered by quality of life-limiting symptoms such as persistent vasomotor symptoms or at high risk for osteoporosis can consider continuing HRT. Below, we explore some of the major health benefits HRT gives to women aged over 65.

1. Reduced Risk of Mortality

Any type of HRT after 65 can add years to your life. A 19% decrease in mortality was noted when estrogen alone is used following age 65, as demonstrated by a study. This indicates that HRT may have an important role in preserving life by treating major age related diseases.

2. Lower Risk of Cancer

HRT has also been shown to reduce the risk of several cancers in women aged 65 or over. Estrogen use after this age had a 16% lower risk of breast cancer, and the same study showed decreased risks of lung (13%) and colorectal (12%) cancers as well. These results could mean HRT may protect against two of the most common and deadly cancers in older women.

3. Reduced Risk of Heart Disease

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for people over 45 years old, but HRT may protect you from heart diseases. 

Estrogen also has beneficial effects on cholesterol and blood vessel health, resulting in reduced risk for heart disease. The cardiovascular benefit is more proof of the beneficial effects HRT has on postmenopausal heart health.

4. Lower Risk of Dementia

The risk of dementia is lowered by HRT, although the worry about cognitive decline in women who grow older keeps mounting. 

Estrogen helps brain plasticity, meaning that your brain can be rewired into new pathways. It also helps in the creation of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, which plays a role in mood regulation, sleep and appetite. 

In this way, HRT contributes to preserving the health of neurons in these brain areas and helps protect against dementia.

5. Reduced Risk of Fractures

HRT [hormone replacement therapy] helps prevent osteoporosis-related fractures, which are a significant risk for the 65-plus woman. 

In addition, by maintaining bone density HRT reduces the risk of fractures which would enable an older woman to remain active and independent.

Safety Considerations

However, with the great power of HRT comes the responsibility to use it safely. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration of time, as directed by your Doctor’s sagas. 

For example, taking estrogen and progestogens together may raise the risk of breast cancer by 10-19%. But topical low-dose estrogen or vaginal cream can minimize that risk, giving HRT some benefit for women who insist on it.

If you’re curious about how long after starting HRT you feel a difference, understanding the timeline can help manage your expectations and ensure you’re on the right track.

Is HRT Right for You?

Starting Hormone Replacement Therapy after 65 can be life enhancing, and reduce the risk of cancer as well as reverse a heart disease process while reducing dementia by half preventing both potentially disabling stroke and hip fractures. 

Yet, it is crucial to speak with an overseer specialized in healthcare before deciding if HRT is the best fit for you and what approach may be safest. With proper oversight, HRT can be a game changer in maintaining health and quality of life as you move into your senior years.

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FAQ

Is it safe for a 70 year old woman to take estrogen?

The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) says it is okay to use HT. However, in select women who are over the age of 65 and without any contraindications to hormonal therapy (HT), low dose HT represents one of the more effective treatments for menopause related symptoms.

Should a 65 year old woman take progesterone?

Ideally, these women should receive progesterone from the outset of menopause. Probably too late to initiate progesterone treatment if a woman is > 60 years of age or has been menopausal for longer than 10 years.

What are the benefits of HRT in the elderly?

You see it a lot after menopause; have less estrogen. Bones Oestrogen is important for healthy bones. If you get estrogen through HRT, it helps to keep your bones strong and prevent osteoporosis. Early menopause increases your cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis risk so it’s particularly important to take HRT in this situation to help prevent osteoporosis.

Why is HRT no longer recommended?

What are the risks of HRT? On the other hand, long-term combined HRT use (5 years or more) is associated with increased risks of breast and ovarian cancer, heart disease, stroke and pulmonary embolism.