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Podcast: Empowering Midlife Wellness with Dr. Susan
Episode: Can You Take Progesterone After a Hysterectomy?
Description: This is the second video in my three-part mini-series for Menopause Awareness Month, where I’m addressing some of the most common — and most misunderstood — questions about hormones in midlife.
Today, we’re talking about progesterone after hysterectomy. The short answer: Yes, you can still benefit from progesterone — even if you no longer have a uterus. While progesterone’s primary medical role is to protect the uterine lining from estrogen-related overgrowth, it also plays several other key roles in overall health and wellbeing.
Research shows that progesterone can:
✨ Improve sleep quality
✨ Enhance mood and reduce anxiety
✨ Support healthy hair, skin, and nail growth.
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