Medical Decisions, Estrogen and Aging

Medical Decisions, Estrogen and Aging
Author: Jay Schulkin
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2007-12-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1402066864

The decision making process that underlies ovarian hormone therapy (HT) is fallible. Thus, the decision for women to go on HT remains controversial. At a time when confusion still permeates the decision making with regard to HT, this book bridges diverse features that surround the decision making concerning HT. The book is written for both specialists and generalists in the field.

The Hormone Decision

The Hormone Decision
Author: Tara Parker-Pope
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2008-03-25
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 141656201X

Discusses the benefits and risks of hormone replacement therapy while considering current debates to identify where both the scientific community and the media have misreported research findings.

Exploring Your Options

Exploring Your Options
Author: Carol Uebelacker
Publisher: iUniverse
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Menopause
ISBN: 0595308783

The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy As the news stories about the dangers of hormone therapy continue to hit hard, Dr. Carol Uebelacker has responded with a well-referenced resource for making informed decisions. Drawing on twelve years of experience working with pre-, peri-, and postmenopausal patients, Dr. Uebelacker has assembled a clear and concise reference for every woman. Exploring Your Options: Making Informed Decisions About Hormones Explains the Women's Health Initiative study that caused panic in July 2002. Introduces detailed information about the stages of menopause. Presents the forms of hormones currently available. Provides much-needed information about staying healthy in your later years.