The impact of the use of hormone replacement therapy on the quality of life of climacteric women

Abstract

Objective: To understand the impact of the use of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) on the quality of life of women in the climacteric phase. Bibliographic review: In the climacteric phase, women go through several physiological and hormonal changes that directly impact their quality of life, generating several signs and symptoms. In this way, hormonal medications aim to improve vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes, emotional instability, anxiety, depression, nausea, among others. When associated with non-pharmacological measures, referring to the change in quality of life, such as no exposure to tobacco, no alcohol intake, increased protein consumption, increased water intake and anaerobic exercise, this demonstrates a positive impact on the quality of life of women. women. However, there are also adverse effects associated with the use of these medications, especially in the first and second year of treatment or in cases of prolonged therapy. Final considerations: The treatment of manifestations must be carried out in an individualized way, through the construction of the Singular Therapeutic Plan (PTS) together with the patient, prioritizing the need and specificity of each woman so that PRT positively impacts the life of each one from them.