Progestrogen Replacement
Progesterone Replacement Therapy (PRT) is a form of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) used to supplement or replace the hormone progesterone in individuals who are deficient or have low levels. This is commonly due to menopause, certain medical conditions, or surgical removal of ovaries (oophorectomy).
When Is Progesterone Replacement Therapy Used?
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Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) Combined with oestrogen in women with a uterus to prevent endometrial hyperplasia (a risk of using oestrogen alone). To treat menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness.
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Luteal Phase Support in Fertility Treatments. For women undergoing IVF or other fertility treatments, to help support implantation and early pregnancy.
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Secondary Amenorrhea. To help restore menstrual cycles in women who are not menstruating due to hormonal imbalance.
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Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). When ovarian function declines before age 40, PRT is used alongside oestrogen.
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Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy. Sometimes used in transgender women as part of feminising hormone therapy, although this is a debated and evolving area.
Benefits of Progesterone Therapy
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Anti-depressant and mood-enhancing properties, with optimum levels promoting positive well-being and calmness
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Promotes brain function and memory
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Promotes brain function and memory
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Helps the metabolism by contributing to the use of fat for energy
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Helps the metabolism by contributing to the use of fat for energy
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Aids in slowing down the ageing process
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Improves libido
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Protects the uterus when estrogen is used
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Reduces the risk of endometrial cancer
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Helps regulate menstrual cycles
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May reduce hot flashes and improve sleep/mood (when combined with estrogen)
Potential Risks & Side Effects
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Breast tenderness
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Mood changes or depression
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Bloating, headaches
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Breakthrough bleeding
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Rarely, increased risk of breast cancer (mainly when combined with estrogen over long periods)
It’s so easy to get started book a consultation with one of our specialist menopause consultants. Your hormone blood test – will be taken at a convenient time for you they will then be analysed and any hormone and vitamin deficiencies. Our doctors will then devise a tailored perimenopause treatment plan.
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"Started monopause at 35 was given HRT and told to get on with it. After seeing Siobhan we found out i was lacking testosterone & required cream.I now have my sex drive back and am able to go to the gym"
Morgan James, Lon
They got me back to feeling normal again after months of feeling like i ws having an outerbody experience. Sweats, anger, weight gain depression. They managed to sort me out. I feel like a new woman.
Suzanne Levis, Lon