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Transdermal HRT - Do They Affect Family and Pets?

Transdermal HRT - Do They Affect Family and Pets?

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I am using a transdermal HRT. Should I be concerned about my family members and pets coming in contact with me after I apply it?

Hormone replacement therapy comes in a wide variety of forms including transdermal choices which can include gels, creams, lotions, and sprays usually applied to the arm or leg. There have been some reported incidences of family members, especially small children, and pets experiencing adverse reactions after having been exposed to transdermal hormones that had been applied to the skin.

When using a transdermal HRT, children and pets should not have contact with the area where the hormone was applied until it has thoroughly dried. If avoiding contact is not possible, one should wear clothing that covers that area of the skin. Also, hands should always be washed thoroughly after applying the transdermal product and before coming in contact with food, clothing, bedding, etc. As always, all medications and hormones should be stored where they are not accessible to children or pets.

If a family member or pet comes in direct contact with the area where the hormone has been applied before it has dried, their skin should be washed carefully with soap and water as soon as possible. Pets should also be prevented from licking the area of the body where the hormone has been applied.

Premature puberty may occur in children unintentionally exposed to excessive transdermal estrogen. Young girls may experience breast development and nipple swelling while young boys may experience breast enlargement. Female dogs may experience swelling of the vulva, mammary glands, or nipples. Male dogs may exhibit underdeveloped penises or testes as well prostate issues. Dogs of both sexes may experience a loss of fur. Overexposure of topical hormones can be toxic to both dogs and cats. Symptoms usually resolve once exposure to the transdermal hormones have ceased though a suppression of bone marrow in dogs and cats can lead to irreversible health concerns.

Any concerns should be discussed with one's own doctor, a child's pediatrician, and a pet's veterinarian.

This content was written by staff of HysterSisters.com by non-medical professionals based on discussions, resources and input from other patients for the purpose of patient-to-patient support.

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