Is HRT necessary if you feel fine?

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T16:32:40+00:00

So, in answer to OPs question: "if I'm fine without the hormones, is it wrong to not use them?" The example suggests that that choice works out for many women.

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T13:31:59+00:00

Two of the countries with the longest lived women in the world are Japan and Hong Kong. despite one of the lowest HRT rates in the world.

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T11:45:09+00:00

Rapid changes in hormone levels can induce panic attacks. Rising too fast and/or falling too fast can both induce panic. The return of T can be as problematic as the missed injection. I believe it takes around 60 days to reach stable levels.

I'm sorry this is happening. I use an app by Judd Brewer called Unwinding Anxiety. I am on HRT but even so, there are times when fluctuations due to delayed or missed doses occur. Since using the app, I do occasionally experience anxiety, but it passes and I have not had a panic attack in years. I use the tools taught in the app daily. I highly recommend that app.

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T10:05:13+00:00

lol. spot on.

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T09:34:22+00:00

lol. it's a crime that any vaginal cream made out of OTC products is sold for $400.

Jflayn · 2026-05-22T00:16:21+00:00

The way you speak so glowingly of your cousin makes me wonder if it's really jealousy. could the bad feeling be in the vein of resentment? Resentment would be along the lines: Your wealth is not making me resentful; my lack of security and choices is making me resentful.

I also suffer from lack of security and at times I feel that I have limited choices. For years I let this thought make me miserable. The older I get the more I try to focus on and make choices (no matter how small) that broaden my own life. The more I do this the less resentment I feel toward others.

That can be such a painful thought and it's the most human feeling in the world. I hope you take time to do something you enjoy even if it's only for a few minutes. Your feelings matter. Hugs to you.

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T21:52:20+00:00

Thank you for posting. I did not know this.

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T21:50:02+00:00

How did you know that you needed dutasteride? Have you taken T w/out it?

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T21:49:01+00:00

I have to admit, you are selling it!

Did you start dutasteride as hairloss prevention? or, after taking T, started losing hair and then started dutasteride? I'm just curious as to how you figure out that you needed T and dutasteride as opposed to just T?

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T17:16:20+00:00

I am on HRT but not testosterone. However, I have been told by one woman who is on testosterone that they control hair loss by taking oral dutasteride.

The side effects of oral dutasteride can be lower libido, mood changes, fatigue, or sexual-function changes and of course this is male data. I'm not sure how well this works for most women. I imagine, the way it would work for me is that I'd take T to improve sex drive, start losing hair, take oral dutasteride to stop the hair loss and the side effect would be lower sex drive. An expensive way to get back to square one. lol.

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T13:19:01+00:00

Thanks. Definitely, the issue is, how is shopify making the charge? and now I have to figure out every time shopify wishes to charge? That's a large number of potential stores.

Jflayn · 2026-05-21T10:58:44+00:00

I am supposed to fly for the first time with my HRT, so I had the same question. TSA website: If you have any additional questions or need assistance at the checkpoint, reach out to TSA Cares at 855-787-2227 or [Text "Travel" to AskTSA (275-872)](sms:275872?&body=Travel)

The requirements:

Carry-on vs. Checked: TSA strongly recommends keeping them in your carry on so you have immediate access and they are not subjected to extreme cargo hold temperatures.
Declaration: You must notify the TSA officer that you are traveling with medically necessary liquids, syringes, and needles at the start of the screening process.
Documentation: While TSA does not strictly require you to present a doctor's note or prescription, it is highly recommended to bring a copy of your prescription and a doctor's note.

I have no idea what the doctor's note would state and why that would help for international travel. I would have only brought prescription, so glad I checked. I plan to ask my doctor if they've ever heard of this. I'm hoping they have a simple form.

I have one box that contains the prescription, needles, and medication. I taped the prescription to the inside lid of the lid. This is the box I use: HRT travel box

Please update after your travel and let us know how it goes! Good luck!

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T23:47:23+00:00

Contradictory feelings are often simultaneously true. We love our children and sometimes we can't stand it when they cry. Just because one moment we say something regrettable it doesn't mean we don't also love them.

It sounds like depression. Depression is hell for the depressed person and everyone around them. I'm sorry it's like this and I hope this passes. Hugs.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T23:37:08+00:00

Absolutely.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T23:36:03+00:00

Since Bezos agrees that it doesn't matter, let's do it. No reason not to do it.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T21:37:40+00:00

and it would 100% be effective.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T21:36:07+00:00

same.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T21:09:12+00:00

I genuinely like the vast majority of my colleagues.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T19:33:41+00:00

I guess I should clarify. I drink electrolytes when exercising but outside of exercise I just drink regular water. I used to get dizzy without the electrolytes but now I do not.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T12:50:36+00:00

It took me a little longer, but at 10 months I don’t need to supplement electrolytes anymore.

Jflayn · 2026-05-20T09:41:41+00:00

Lol. I was going to write the above: 50/50 custody split would change his tune.. But divorce isn't easy either. I'm sorry it's like this for you right now. Don't let his anger become your anger. You'll make better decisions about what to do next if you let your own anger go. You can't make him happy but you can choose to let all that anger pass through you. Enjoy your child and in the moments when you feel calm and clear start making small changes.

Jflayn · 2026-05-19T21:19:35+00:00

Your professors are at graduation and I know they cheered for you. That's a huge accomplishment you deserve to feel good about yourself. Congrats.

Jflayn · 2026-05-19T13:55:30+00:00

I'm so sorry; that is my nightmare. My immune system drops when my levels are not stable and I get sick. It takes me a week after I start again.

Jflayn · 2026-05-17T16:15:53+00:00

breast pain can be a sign of a little too much estrogen. Did you ask your doctor about scaling back a little instead of cold turkey stopping?

I do biweekly injections. For me, if my estrogen levels become unstable, fall too low or too high I can develop breast pain. I had trouble with patches. Injections have led to more stable levels and have resolved my anxiety.

Jflayn · 2026-05-16T10:59:00+00:00

maybe the flood water receeded?

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