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April 10, 2026The Journal of Sexual Medicine

(024) Monitored Hormone Therapy in Women 70 Years and Older: Aging Does Not Mean Sexual Retirement

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EEE EdelmanBVB ValerioMNM Neustein

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Overview

Chart review demonstrates benefits of hormone therapy for improved sexual function in older women, indicating potential for better quality of life.

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the impact of monitored hormone therapy on sexual function in women aged 70 and older.
  • Chart review of women ≥70 years at a clinic presenting for sexual dysfunction.
  • Counseling on hormone therapy (HT) use, risks, and benefits provided to patients.
  • Treatment involved bioidentical sex steroid hormones monitored through regular blood tests and follow-up assessments.
  • 43% of participants were over 70 when starting HT.
  • 67.9% reported improved sexual satisfaction and outcomes.
  • No adverse events related to cancer or thromboembolic events occurred; minor side effects included breast tenderness (17.9%) and hair loss (10.7%).

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Edelman et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d896406c1944d70ce07877https://doi.org/10.1093/jsxmed/qdag063.024
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