There is no simple answer to the question: is hormone therapy safe? A new study links HRT to an increased risk of dementia. Is it valid?
Women suffering from severe hot flashes may take hormone replacement therapy. A study shows they are no more likely to die than women who avoid HRT.
While an antidepressant might help with hot flashes and night sweats, stopping it could lead to withdrawal symptoms. A nondrug approach might be useful.