Provera is the name of a popular synthetic progestin often given with Premarin to help prevent estrogen-induced uterine cancer. Unfortunately it does not prevent estrogen-induced breast or ovarian cancer. Estrogen and progestin drugs have well-documented side effects that cause many women to avoid using them. Increased risk of gallstones, fibroid tumors, and headaches. Despite these unpleasant and sometimes lethal side effects, many women use estrogen drugs because of their ability to reduce the unwanted effects of menopause and for their antiaging properties.
Estrogens are steroid hormones that promote youthful cell division in target organs of the body.
The antiaging benefits of estrogen replacement therapy include Enhanced skin smoothness, firmness, and elasticity. Enhanced moistness of skin and mucous membranes. Enhanced muscle tone. Reduced genital atrophy and enhanced sex drive in women. Reduced menopausal miseries such as hot flashes and anxiety.