If you hormone levels are low due to premature menopause at 31, usually this is a medical condition that means prescriptions would be covered according to the terms of your plan. Yes, E2 supplements are the patches I just listed, and Estrace brand tablets, as well as generic versions of estradiol. I am a 37 yo with diagnosed with breast cancer 2 years ago. Have had only 1 period in the last 18 months. Experiencing mood swings, depression and hot flashes.
Hormonal therapies are out.
The SSRIs can help the mood swings and depression, Bellergal or Clonidine may help the hot flashes, acupuncture may help the hot flashes, but the disadvantage there is you usually have to go somewhere for the treatments and it may be more expensive than the medication options. I started with chin hair growth 10 years ago, have had night sweats for 8 years, and severe PMS for that time too. Anxiety attacks started 2 years ago . My periods are light and irregular. My total estrogen on day 33 of my cycle was 11.