If you choose to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) medications during perimenopause or menopause, the NHS says you’re likely to see significant improvements across a range of symptoms in a matter of weeks.

It can even decrease your chances of developing osteoporosis.

HRT works by replacing the oestrogen and progestogen your body loses during menopause. You can choose oestrogen-only or combined (oestrogen and progestogen) options; they come in tablets, patches, sprays, and gels.

Some also take testosterone in the form of a gel.

Taking HRT isn’t suitable for everyone – those with a history of........

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