Menopause is a certain life event that will happen to every woman. However, living with the side effects of menopause doesn't have to be a certainty. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT). As a result, many women suffer due to a lack of accurate medical information. In today's episode we will address a number of questions including: Does HRT cause heart disease or breast cancer? Is HRT safe? As an alternative to women suffering, Dr. Pazona recommends a personalized approach and a risk assessment for determining if HRT is safe. HRT can improve bone health, lower the risk of dementia and improve a woman's quality of life. There's a lot to unpack in today's episode of Balls Deep on this very important and misunderstood medical topic of hormone replacement therapy for women.