Hormone Therapy and risk of Alzheimer’s

Dr. Allmen’s Comments:  It has become increasingly clear that women who initiate hormone therapy closer to their menopause transition will also derive benefit regarding healthier brain function and a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.  This is very different than starting hormone therapy 10 years after menopause, when the exposure to the brain does not appear to be helpful, and, in fact, may increase the risk of dementia.  So if a woman is considering the use of hormone therapy for the treatment of hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal health, she is going to gain this extra benefit of brain health.

read NAMS newsletter, Nov 27, 2012

Tara Allmen, MD Credentials:
– Board Certified Gynecologist and Nationally Certified Menopause Practitioner
– New York City’s Leading Expert In Menopause
– President, North American Menopause Society Foundation
– Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
– New York City’s Top Gynecologist, 2015
– Five Star Rating From Doctor’s Choice Awards
– Five Star Rating From HealthGrades