Progesterone is part of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for people who have been through menopause and still have a uterus. Possible side effects include spotting, headaches, and breast tenderness.

If you’ve recently started on birth control or menopausal hormone therapy and feel like you’ve gained a little weight, you’re certainly not alone. We often associate both of these regimens with weight ...

Bijuva (estradiol/progesterone) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat symptoms of menopause. Bijuva can cause side effects that range from mild to serious. Examples include breast tenderness and ...

What causes increased appetite in patients on progesterone-only contraception (specifically medroxyprogesterone [Depo-Provera])? Does it affect carbohydrate metabolism? — TRACY BEADLE, APRN, BC, ...