7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Estrogen therapy replaces estrogen your body stops producing during menopause.
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Pain during sex
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
- Pills (oral estrogen)
- Skin patches
- Topical gels or sprays
- Vaginal rings
These treatments are called systemic therapy because the hormone circulates throughout the body. Transdermal treatments may have fewer effects on the liver and blood clot risk than oral medications.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
How it works
Best for
Best for
Progesterone protects the uterus from the effects of estrogen. Without it, the uterine lining can grow too thick, which increases the risk of endometrial hyperplasia or cancer.
People with a uterus using estrogen therapy
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Progesterone may help with sleep, and some report better mental clarity. Some find progesterone harder to tolerate than estrogen. Side effects can include mood changes or fatigue.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Birth control pills stabilize hormone fluctuations during perimenopause.
- Irregular periods
- Heavy bleeding
- Mood swings
- Hot flashes
- Sleep problems
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
They also prevent pregnancy, which is still possible during perimenopause.
Low-dose oral contraceptive pills
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
This therapy delivers a small amount of estrogen directly to vaginal tissue.
- Vaginal dryness
- Painful sex
- Urinary symptoms
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
These treatments use very low doses of estrogen and are considered safe for most people. They can often be used long term to help prevent urinary symptoms.
- Creams
- Tablets
- Vaginal rings
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (persistent low libido that causes distress)
This therapy supplements declining testosterone levels that may affect sexual desire.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Testosterone therapy for women is considered off-label, which means it’s not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat menopause symptoms.
- Injections
- Creams
- Patches
- Gels
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Various drugs work in different ways to control body temperature and reduce hot flashes without hormones.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Treatments can help manage anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. They may be useful for those who cannot take hormones due to medical history or personal preference.
- Antidepressants
- Gabapentin
- Neurokinin receptor antagonist medications
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Prioritizing rest, exercise, and healthy eating habits may reduce the severity of hormone-related symptoms.
Overall health and well-being
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
- Consistent schedule for sleeping and waking
- Good sleep habits like minimizing screen time and keeping the room cool
- Regular exercise
- Less caffeine and alcohol
These steps will not eliminate symptoms completely, but they can make them easier to manage.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
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7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Estrogen therapy replaces estrogen your body stops producing during menopause.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
These treatments are called systemic therapy because the hormone circulates throughout the body. Transdermal treatments may have fewer effects on the liver and blood clot risk than oral medications.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
How it works
Best for
Best for
Progesterone protects the uterus from the effects of estrogen. Without it, the uterine lining can grow too thick, which increases the risk of endometrial hyperplasia or cancer.
People with a uterus using estrogen therapy
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Progesterone may help with sleep, and some report better mental clarity. Some find progesterone harder to tolerate than estrogen. Side effects can include mood changes or fatigue.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Birth control pills stabilize hormone fluctuations during perimenopause.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
They also prevent pregnancy, which is still possible during perimenopause.
Low-dose oral contraceptive pills
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
This therapy delivers a small amount of estrogen directly to vaginal tissue.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
These treatments use very low doses of estrogen and are considered safe for most people. They can often be used long term to help prevent urinary symptoms.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (persistent low libido that causes distress)
This therapy supplements declining testosterone levels that may affect sexual desire.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Testosterone therapy for women is considered off-label, which means it’s not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat menopause symptoms.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Various drugs work in different ways to control body temperature and reduce hot flashes without hormones.
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
Treatments can help manage anxiety, depression, and sleep issues. They may be useful for those who cannot take hormones due to medical history or personal preference.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes
7 Treatment Options for Menopause Symptoms
Click the categories below for more information.
How it works
Best for
Prioritizing rest, exercise, and healthy eating habits may reduce the severity of hormone-related symptoms.
Overall health and well-being
1. Systemic Estrogen Therapy
2. Estrogen Plus Progesterone
3. Birth Control Pills
4. Vaginal Estrogen Therapy
Forms
Good to know
These steps will not eliminate symptoms completely, but they can make them easier to manage.
5. Testosterone Therapy
6. Nonhormonal Medications
7. Lifestyle Changes