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Why is HRT not recommended after 60? Understanding the Risks and Alternatives

While Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is highly effective for managing menopause symptoms in younger women, starting it after age 60 significantly alters the risk-benefit profile. Research indicates that for women initiating systemic HRT more than a decade after menopause, the potential for serious complications increases, which is why HRT is not recommended after 60 for most cases.