A surprising thing is happening to some women on weight-loss drugs whove struggled with fertility issues: Theyre getting pregnant
Your body may shift into fat-burning mode , especially early in treatment
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Other Menopause Treatment Options There are other options for treating menopause symptoms besides estradiol gel, including: Estradiol patch: a thin, adhesive patch that also works transdermally to deliver estrogen Estradiol spray: which works similarly to the gel but is in spray form Oral estrogen: which delivers the hormone in pill form (but because its not transdermal and is metabolized through the digestive system and liver, it has some risks that the others dont) Vaginal estrogen: used directly in the vagina and comes in several forms: cream, vaginal ring, or vaginal suppository (but unlike the others, this is local, not systemic, estrogen) Non-hormonal prescriptions are also available that may help manage hot flashes and discomfort
In addition, supplements with hard to break down nutrients may not be bioavailable
