Plus, the potential health risks that come with it.

(By Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa) The risk of arthritis development for women increases because of their hormonal changes that occur during various stages of their life. The importance of preserving joint ...

Perimenopause is the transition period leading up to menopause (the end of your menstrual period). During this time, your estrogen levels begin to drop, your periods become less regular, and you may ...

Women were no longer necessarily offered hormones to relieve their hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms. Some physicians, including myself, questioned the new recommendations based on the study’s ...

Most estrogen patch side effects (like bloating, nausea, and breast tenderness) are mild, temporary, and improve as the body adjusts. Less common side effects may affect comfort or quality of life but ...