Cannon, Ellie: The Little Book of HRT (eBook)

Introduction
How to use this book

Before we get started
What is menopause?
What is perimenopause?
When do perimenopause and menopause happen?
What are the early menopause and premature menopause?
Why does menopause happen?
What are the symptoms of menopause?
What are the complications of menopause?
How to have a successful consultation about menopause
What should happen when you are first 'diagnosed'?
It might not be menopause

Part 1: HRT
1. Why you might want HRT
2. Oestrogen
3. Progesterone
4. Testosterone
5. How am I going to take HRT?
6. How do I know if HRT is right for me?
7. What are the risks of HRT?

Part 2: After HRT and beyond
8. HRT follow-up
9. Saying no to HRT
10. The alternatives to HRT

Myths about HRT
Conclusion
Appendix: List of menopausal symptoms
Further reading
References
Acknowledgements
Index