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Benefits of HRT Reduces psychomotor symptoms HRT is known to reduce anxiety, irritability,
depression, lethargy, flushes and night sweats, headaches, forgetfulness,
crying spells associated with the climacteric (menopause).
Lowers risk of cardiovascular diseases HRT is known to reduce (LDL) Low Density Lipoprotein cholesterol levels apparently by increasing LDL catabolism that in turn results from an increase in LDL receptor activity. With HRT, (HDL) levels rise particularly the HDL2 subfraction, thus, HRT has a vasoactive effect for cardioprotective action. Low dose HRT (estrogens) may also
have beneficial effects on the coagulation system. In addition to its cardiovascular
protective effect, HRT (Estradiol) also improves existing cardiovascular
disease reducing the frequency of angina and migraine. One study suggests
improved long-term survival in myocardial infarction.
Positively affects diabetic women Estrogens affect glucose and insulin
metabolism by improving insulin sensitivity and elimination. In women
with diabetes estradiol - 17b (beta) has been shown to potentiate the vasodialation.
Hyper-insulinaemia or higher insulin levels may directly increase the risk
of CHD by promoting atherogenesis and indirectly by influencing lipid metabolism.
Elevated insulin concentrations are associated with increased triglycerides,
increased HDL and HDL2 and increased LDL.
Prevents osteoporosis
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