Hormone Replacement Therapy and Stroke Risk: What Women in Their 50s Need to Know
As women enter their 50s, many begin to experience the symptoms of menopause—hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, and vaginal dryness, to name a few. Alongside these symptoms often comes an important and sometimes confusing decision: whether to begin hormone replacement therapy (HRT). One common concern is the risk of stroke associated with HRT. But according to Dr. Steven R. Goldstein, a hormone specialist NYC and Certified Menopause Practitioner based in New York City, the conversation around stroke risk and HRT has evolved significantly over the years. Dr. Goldstein, a former President of The Menopause Society and the International Menopause Society, is a nationally recognized expert in women’s health and hormone therapy. As co-author of The Estrogen Alternative, he has long been at the forefront of research and clinical practice concerning female hormone replacement. Outdated Fears About Stroke Risk