Hi Barbnotts
The patches and gels are very good, also they're better for you as they don't go through the liver like tablets so much safer. I'm on evorel 50 (patch) and can really recommend it, I've never had any problems with it.
Most GP' s don't know much about menopause I've found, I educated myself using this website then went and asked for what I wanted. They were very good in the respect though that they've given me everything I've asked for. Wishing you well x