Pros:

• Estrogen can increase bone density in both the hip and the spine and may reduce fractures in post menopausal women.
• You can take estrogen in pill form or skin patch

• Estrogen can increase bone density even if started later in life

• Estrogen often lowers hot flashes and may help you sleep better and improve dry skin.

• Premarin is a medication that contains several estrogens.

• Prempro is a medication that contains several estrogens and a progestin.

Cons:

• Some studies indicate that there may be a relationship between HRT/ERT and breast cancer

• Some women experience nausea, bloating, breast tenderness and high blood pressure

• Women at risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis (blood clots in the lower legs) should not take HRT/ERT