What causes menopause?
Beginning in midlife, estrogen and progesterone, two sex hormones made by your ovaries, begin to decline. This triggers the menopause transition, which starts with perimenopause, often in your 40s, and extends until 12 months following your final menstrual period. After that, you are officially postmenopausal.
The decision for longer-term MHT use comes down to what we know about the science and research, what your symptoms and health history are, and what the risk-benefit ratio is for you. – Dr. Leah Millheiser
What is menopausal hormone therapy and can it help me?
Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) supplements the estrogen and progesterone your body is producing less of. In the right individuals, research shows that MHT is the most effective approach for reducing menopause symptoms.
Hormones
What is estrogen?
In addition to its well-known role in pregnancy, estrogen contributes to bone density, cognitive function, and heart health. Estradiol is the main form of estrogen found circulating in the female body, and it’s what Evernow prescribes.
What is progesterone?
Progesterone affects sleep and mood. For women who still have their uterus, progesterone is added to a menopausal hormone therapy regimen containing estrogen in order to protect the uterine lining.
Is MHT for me?
MHT has been proven to be the most effective treatment for menopausal symptoms. However, having certain medical conditions may mean taking MHT is not appropriate. If this is the case for you, nonhormonal therapy may be an option. To find out what works for you, connect with one of our menopause specialists to begin the evaluation process: we carefully review your health history and symptoms to determine what course of action to take to reduce your symptoms. Get started by filling out our health profile.
What happens when I sign up with Evernow?
Your treatment doesn’t end when you receive your medication in the mail. Far from it—you’ll be under the ongoing guidance of medical professionals with extensive experience treating women in the menopause transition. Ask us any questions you have with unlimited online messaging.
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Our treatments
If you qualify for treatment, we’ll recommend a combination of the following options based on your health profile and symptoms. If you still have your uterus, progesterone will also be recommended to you.
Backed by our medical team
Our medical team is led by Dr. Leah Millheiser & Dr. Emily Hu who have extensive experience prescribing MHT to women—and watching it change their lives—for the last 15+ years.
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