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Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Meno44 on February 12, 2021, 01:49:21 PM

Title: Hormone levels when taking HRT?
Post by: Meno44 on February 12, 2021, 01:49:21 PM

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

Title: Re: Hormone levels when taking HRT?
Post by: CLKD on February 12, 2021, 02:16:41 PM

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.   :bang:  read the 'bladder issues' and 'vaginal atrophy' threads, 4warned is 4armed  ;)

Title: Re: Hormone levels when taking HRT?
Post by: Salad on February 12, 2021, 11:50:44 PM

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.

Title: Re: Hormone levels when taking HRT?
Post by: Meno44 on February 13, 2021, 07:07:11 PM

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.