Hormone replacement therapy is a treatment of hormonal imbalance for male and female. It involves hormones namely estrogen, progestin or progesterone and testosterone that relieve symptoms of menopause and sexual problems that are usually faced by women in old age.

Hormone replacement therapy has shown much positive results among some women having menopausal problems. It is not beneficial for all women because of its side effects but for some women it is helpful in providing relief.

Estrogen hormone replacement therapy is the form of HRT suitable for those women who have had their uterus surgically removed. It is prescribed depending upon the deficiency of estrogen in women body. Progesterone is another significant hormone that is given to women who did not underpass from hysterectomies.

Testosterone replacement therapy is to balance testosterone levels in Women suffering from menopause. They are also prescribed testosterone as part of hormone replacement therapy to increase sex drive, improve energy and enhance sexual sensitivity and pleasure.

Decreased sex libido or erectile dysfunction, and other sexual problems occur due to low testosterone levels. Decline in other hormone levels also result in similar problems. Hormone therapies are available to restore these hormones. In severe deficiencies, these therapies are beneficial. It is suggested to use hormone treatments after doctor’s advice for safe results.