Hormonal therapy may improve bone structure, says study
Posted on: 19/Nov/2016 5:52:47 PM
A new study has said that women who undergo hormone therapy for menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes can not only increase bone mass, but also can improve bone structure. The study was conducted by researchers at the Lausanne University Hospital in Switzerland. The study was published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism.
Speaking about this, the researchers said, When used specifically, in postmenopausal women younger than 60-years-old for whom the benefits outweigh risks, menopausal hormonal therapy is effective for both the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis is a progressive condition in which bones become structurally weak and are more likely to fracture or break. Menopause, which usually occurs when a woman is in her 40s or 50s, significantly speeds bone loss. The findings can help optimise the use of menopausal hormone treatment in menopausal women at risk of osteoporosis, the researchers noted.
