SIDE-EFFECTS OF HRT/ PROGESTOGENSIS :WHAT ADVERSE EFFECTS CAN PROGESTOGENS CAUSE?
These can be physical or psychological; numerous side-effects have been attributed to progestogens and those that we encounter most frequently are shown below. Because too few data on the frequency and severity of the symptoms are available for meaningful conclusions, they are presented in alphabetical order.
Physical and psychological side-effects associated with administration of progestogen
PHYSICAL:
Abdominal ‘cramps’
Accident-prone
Acne
Backache
Breast tenderness
Clumsiness
Dizziness
Flatulence
Fluid retention
Generalized aches and pains
Greasy skin
Headaches
Hot flushes
Poor sleep
Tiredness
Weight gain
PSYCHOLOGICAL:
Aggression
Anxiety
Apathy
Confusion
Depressed mood
Difficulty making decisions
Emotionally labile
Forgetfulness
Irrational
Irritability
Panic attacks
Poor concentration
Restlessness
Tearfulness
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