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Women seeking treatment for menopause symptoms face shortage of estrogen patches

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There’s a growing struggle for women who are seeking treatment for perimenopause and menopause amid a shortage of estrogen patches, one of the most effective ways to get relief from hot flashes and night sweats. Meg Oliver and Dr. Celine Gounder report. Source link

California woman shares struggle finding estrogen patch for menopause amid shortage, supply chain issues

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A nationwide surge in demand for hormone replacement therapy is fueling shortages of estrogen patches, leaving some women scrambling to manage symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Since 2021, there has been a 72% increase in women using hormone replacement therapy, according to a study by Epic Research. Manufacturers of estradiol patches have struggled to keep … Read more