ERT, estrogen replacement therapy, estrogen alone is given to a woman who has had a hysterectomy, and hence, has no risk of endometrial cancer to worry about. Estrogen is prescribed as a pill, but it can be delivered in a skin patch, injection, vaginal cream or ring. It has been used for more than 50 years and been the subject of more than 3,000 clinical studies. The standard recommended dose for estrogen replacement is 0.625 mg daily, but each women is different. Talk to your doctor.
Some doctors believe the lowest effective dosage is the best.
Find a doctor who is willing to adjust your dose until you are comfortable with the side effects. It's important to recognize that no decisions are set in stone. Some researchers say that it is difficult to study this drug because many women stop taking it without consulting their doctor so the true value can not be determined. You should never discontinue this treatment without discussing it with your physician. Hormone replacement is generally not advisable for a woman with a history of breast cancer, other cancers, or abnormal vaginal bleeding.