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Was starting HRT when perimenopause hit at 47 worth it?

One person shares the outcome of this decision: “Started HRT when perimenopause hit at 47”. Read how it affected their happiness, stress and finances, and whether they would do it again.

A real outcome shared by Karen on WorthIt. Not advice. Not opinions. What actually happened.
The one thing nobody tells you
I got my brain back. I didn't even know I'd lost it — I thought I was just becoming less capable. Turns out I was hormonally depleted.
Happiness after5/5 · Much better
Stress after2/5 · Lower
Financial impactNo change
✓ Would do it again

The conversation

Anonymous

Wish I'd started sooner. The brain fog lifting was like someone turned the lights back on. If you're on the fence, talk to your GP.

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