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Liz answers YOUR menopause and HRT questions

Season 25, Ep. 2

In a menopause muddle? In this Menopause Day special, Liz sits down to answer YOUR questions on the menopause - from HRT conundrums to body image worries.

 

In this episode, Liz gives advice to Valentine on whether she should take HRT despite having no menopause symptoms, answers Jane's question on whether she can start HRT at age 60, helps Julie to find the right type of HRT for her, and shares advice on vaginal oestrogen for Jane.

 

Meanwhile, Liz covers pelvic floor and prolapse for Lesley, helps Tina with breast pain and her body image worries, shares her own personal experience with HRT for Sophia, and reveals an ideal menopausal breakfast for Jo.

 

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