You Are Not Broken

246. Midlife Transformation: The Power of Education, Empowerment and Hormone Therapy


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246. Midlife Transformation: The Power of Education, Empowerment and Hormone Therapy

In this conversation, Katey Armstrong shares her journey of

discovering Dr. Kelly Casperson and the impact of hormone education on her life. She discusses her experience with prolapse and the challenges she faced in accessing hormone treatment in Canada. Katey emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's health and wellness and the need for
individualized approaches. She also highlights the positive impact of hormones on her fitness and overall well-being. Katey expresses curiosity about trying testosterone in the future. In this conversation, Katey Armstrong and Dr. Kelly Casperson discuss the use of estrogen and progesterone in hormone therapy. They cover topics such as the application and benefits of estrogen, the routine and benefits of vaginal estrogen, and the use of oral progesterone. They also discuss the timeline for feeling better after starting hormone therapy and the challenges of getting dexa scans. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the long-term benefits of hormone therapy and the importance of personal empowerment in taking control of one's health.

Takeaways

Education and self-advocacy are crucial in navigating hormone

treatment.

Individual experiences with hormones can vary, and it is

important to find what works best for each person.

Taking responsibility for one's health and wellness is

empowering.

Hormones can have a positive impact on fitness and overall

well-being. Estrogen gel can be applied topically and provides benefits such as improved skin health and reduced hot flashes.

Vaginal estrogen can be used to improve vaginal dryness and

overall comfort.

Oral progesterone is often taken in the evening to help with

sleep.

It can take several weeks to start feeling better after starting

hormone therapy, and it's important to give the body time to adjust.

Getting dexa scans to assess bone health can be challenging in

some areas.

Estrogen receptors need time to regulate and upregulate in

response to hormone therapy.

Hormone therapy has long-term benefits for conditions such as

dementia, heart disease, and bone health.

It's important to educate oneself and take control of one's

health, rather than relying solely on healthcare providers.

Gratitude and appreciation for the conversation and the

opportunity to share experiences and knowledge.

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