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[Meno44]

Just wanted to know if you can find out if your hormone levels are ok when taking HRT?
I’m 44 and on evorel conti for the past 4 months. They have sorted out a few of the symptoms I had (hot flushes and vaginal dryness) but some other symptoms remain.
I want to know if there’s a way to check your hormone levels like a blood test maybe?
Thanks

[CLKD]

Hi!  blood tests don't show a true reading especially if someone is using HRT.  Hormones rise and fall and the ovaries keep producing oestrogen for years.  4 months is early days really.

Do you keep a food/symptom/mood diary?  It can be useful.  Which symptom would you like to ease?

Browse round.     read the 'bladder issues' and 'vaginal atrophy' threads, 4warned is 4armed 

[Salad]

The Menopause Specialist I saw said it was best to be governed by symptom control, but the blood level for me to aim for is around 300 pmol/L
I’ve just had a blood test as I think my level is too low- phone call with the GP next week to chat about it.

[Meno44]

Thanks for your replies.
 My remaining symptoms are digestive issues and bad anxiety. I’ve tried anti depressants but not had much luck with them.
I think I’ll speak to my GP about getting a blood test.