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Clinical Practice
5 min read

Breast Cancer Risk Factors: what really matters?

Breast cancer is the most common neoplasm among women worldwide, representing a significant public health challenge. In Brazil, it is estimated that tens of thousands of new cases arise each year, reinforcing the need for effective strategies for prevention, early diagnosis, and appropriate treatment.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#breast cancer #risk factors #women's health
Clinical Practice
3 min read

Hormonal Replacement after Breast Cancer: What’s New?

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in menopause, in women with a history of breast cancer, remains one of the most complex and debated topics in gynecological endocrinology. For a long time, an extremely conservative approach, focused on the fear of recurrence, prevailed. However, new evidence and guidelines now allow for a more personalized and balanced assessment.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#hormone replacement #breast cancer #news
Clinical Practice
4 min read

Insomnia during Menopause: Understand the Causes, Consequences, and How to Treat

The menopausal transition is one of the most challenging phases in a woman's life, marked by profound hormonal changes that directly affect the quality of life. Among the various symptoms, insomnia during menopause stands out as one of the most common and debilitating complaints. Studies indicate that nearly 50% of menopausal women face sleep disorders, a prevalence significantly higher compared to women of childbearing age.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#insomnia #menopause #treatment
Clinical Practice
3 min read

Premenstrual disorders and premature menopause

Most women enter menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). However, a new study published in JAMA Network Open highlights that women who suffer from premenstrual disorders (PMDs) have a higher risk of developing early menopause — with significant implications for cardiovascular, bone, and neurological health.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#premenstrual disorders #early menopause #women's health
Clinical Practice
3 min read

Hormone Replacement Therapy and Thromboembolic Risk: Review of Current Evidence

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is widely used to alleviate menopausal symptoms and improve quality of life. However, its impact on thromboembolic risk has been a constant concern. In this article, we review the most recent evidence on the relationship between HRT and venous thromboembolism (VTE), considering different routes of administration and types of hormones.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#Hormonal Therapy #Thromboembolic Risk #Medical Evidence
Clinical Practice
6 min read

Does HRT in menopause prevent dementia?

The relationship between hormone therapy (HT) and dementia has been widely researched over the years, raising questions and new hypotheses with each published study. Initial studies suggested that estrogen replacement could reduce or delay the risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD), especially if started early. However, the landscape has changed as new data has emerged, making the topic more complex and multifaceted.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#TRH #menopause #dementia
Clinical Practice
3 min read

Randomized Clinical Trial with Testosterone Pellets

Currently, there is much debate about the safety and efficacy of hormonal implants. Part of this controversy is related to the lack of preparation of some doctors to prescribe and properly monitor patients who use this modality of hormone replacement.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#clinical trial #testosterone #pellets
Clinical Practice
4 min read

Blue November and the Role of Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Men’s Health

Blue November is a global awareness campaign focused on the importance of early diagnosis of prostate cancer. During the month of November, the campaign encourages men to take care of their health and undergo essential preventive screenings.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#Men's health #Replacement therapy #Blue November
Clinical Practice
3 min read

Yellow September: Menopause and Mental Health – The Role of Hormone Replacement in Emotional Balance.

In the month of Yellow September, awareness about mental health becomes even more relevant. A crucial topic that directly affects women's mental health is menopause. This transitional phase marks a significant decrease in the production of hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, which can directly impact emotional well-being.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#Menopause #Mental Health #Hormonal Replacement
Clinical Practice
4 min read

The Fall of Myths about Menopause: New Treatment Opportunities Benefit Women

Until recently, it was believed that older women, especially those over 65, should not receive Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) because they supposedly no longer exhibited menopausal symptoms. However, many women continue to suffer symptoms like "hot flashes" even more than 10 years after the onset of menopause.

Dr. Francisco Tostes

Scientific Director, Renewal

#menopause #treatment #women