Where do you put an estrogen patch?
You should apply estradiol patches to clean, dry, cool skin in the lower stomach area, below your waistline. Some brands of patches may also be applied to the upper buttocks or the hips.
Where is the best place to put my HRT patch?
HRT patches should be applied below the waist on the buttocks or thighs. They should NOT be applied on or near the breasts.
Does an estrogen patch cause weight gain?
Can estrogen levels affect weight gain? Many women report that changing estrogen levels affect their weight, particularly around menopause. They may notice that they are gaining weight, or that it is more difficult to lose weight.
How long should you use estrogen patches?
The patch is usually worn for 1 week and then replaced. Follow the dosing schedule carefully. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. When replacing your patch, make sure to apply the new patch to a different area.
Can you shower with estrogen patch?
You may take a bath, shower, or swim while using this medicine. Doing so will not affect the patch. If a patch falls off, just put it back on a different area. If the patch does not stick completely, put on a new patch but continue to follow your original schedule for changing your patch.
Are estrogen patches safe?
While some experts believe that estrogen patches may be safer than oral estrogen in other ways, it’s too early to know. So, for now, assume that estrogen patches pose most of the same risks — a very small increase in the risk of serious problems, like cancer and stroke.
What happens when you stop estrogen?
Once you stop taking estrogen, you may develop brittle bones. However, lifestyle, dietary and nonhormonal medications can be very effective in preventing bone loss and osteoporosis. Women who stop taking HRT may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer.
Does estrogen make you happy?
estrogen increases the brain’s serotonin, the hormone most associated with happiness.