Recent studies suggest a potential link between hormone therapy and Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Hormone therapy, particularly estrogen, has been explored due to its role in brain health and cognitive function. Estrogen is believed to have neuroprotective effects, potentially reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by maintaining neuronal health and synaptic function. However, the relationship is complex, as hormone therapy's benefits may depend on various factors such as the timing of treatment initiation and duration. Some studies indicate that starting hormone therapy around the onset of menopause might be more beneficial for cognitive outcomes than starting later in life. Nonetheless, more research is needed to fully understand the effects of hormone therapy on Alzheimer's disease and dementia, including its long-term risks and benefits.
Jun Hua
Johns Hopkins University , United States
Nazneen N Dewji
Cenna Biosciences Inc, United States
Jacqueline London
Paris Diderot University, FranceSubmit your abstract Today
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