What makes someone a good candidate for HRT?

At Winona, patient safety is paramount. Adhering to the fundamental medical principle of “do no harm,” our commitment is always to ensure patient well-being.

Prospective Winona patients go through a thorough evaluation to determine if they are suitable candidates. However, there are certain conditions, known as contraindications, that might make HRT unsuitable for some individuals.

Common contraindications to HRT include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Currently pregnant or breastfeeding

• Previous DVT, PE, or history of a clotting disorder

• Cancer of the female reproductive system (uterus, ovary, or cervix)

• Personal history of breast cancer

• Previous history of heart attack or history of heart disease

• History of transient ischemic attack (TIA)

• History of stroke

• Active liver disease

• Undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding

• Being age 60 or older