Episode 10: Where’s My Patch? HRT Shortages & Options

Sep 2

You finally find something that helps you feel balanced again… and then the pharmacy says, “It’s on backorder.” 😩

In Episode 10 of MenoTheSis, Dr. LaShonda Bailey and Veronica Mcdowall are having a candid conversation about the frustration of navigating estradiol patch shortages, hormone replacement therapy, and what happens when the treatment that has been working for you suddenly becomes difficult to find. Dr. Bailey shares her personal experience of finally feeling more like herself on a low-dose estradiol patch, only to find herself calling pharmacies, checking availability, and working with her healthcare provider just to maintain her prescribed treatment.

💗 In this episode, we’re talking about:

✨ Estradiol patch shortages and medication availability

✨ What questions to ask when your prescription is out of stock

✨ Working with your doctor AND pharmacist as part of your menopause team

✨ What to do if you have an issue with your patch

✨ HRT fears and the importance of informed decision-making

✨ Why every woman’s menopause treatment journey is different

✨ Supplements, natural remedies, and other menopause products we’ve personally tried

✨ The difference between personal experience and evidence-based recommendations

✨ Why “natural” doesn’t automatically mean risk-free

✨ Advocating for yourself when something that works becomes difficult to access And yes, ladies, we’re also getting into some of the things we’ve purchased and tried along this menopause journey. Because between the supplements, cooling products, vitamins, creams, and everything promising menopause relief… we’ve tried some things! 😂

But here’s the message we want every woman to take away: MenoTheSis isn’t here to tell you what treatment to choose. We’re here to encourage you to seek knowledge, ask questions, understand your options, and become an active partner in your healthcare. Always discuss medications, supplements, symptoms, and treatment changes with a qualified healthcare professional. What worked…or didn’t work, for us may not be appropriate for you.

💗 Seek knowledge.

💗 Share knowledge.

💗 Advocate for yourself.

👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 📲 Share | 🔔 Subscribe And tell us in the comments: Have you ever had trouble getting your menopause medication filled? What did you do?

🌸 For more menopause education, resources, upcoming events, and information about the 2026 Inaugural Menopause Awareness Summit, visit BHHforWomen.org. MenoTheSis: When the Pause Becomes Your Power.

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