Hormone replacement therapy
Where should I wear my estradiol patch, and how often should I change it?
Q: I’ve been given estradiol patches by my doctor, but I’m not sure how long
I should wear them, or if there’s any specific location to wear them. Does it matter
where they’re placed? What if they come off?
A: Estradiol patches are best worn on hip, low belly, and buttock areas.
Be sure to rotate sites (using a different site each time you change the patch)
to avoid skin irritation. Some patches are changed once per week, others twice per
week — it depends on the brand, so check with your pharmacist or review the literature
that comes with the patch. Transdermal estrogen patches generally stick to the skin
fairly well, but they vary in size and the adhesives used, so individual patients
may experience more problems with one than another. We encourage you to try different
places, and if the brand you are using just won’t stay on, you can request another
brand.
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References & further reading for FAQ’s about
HRT
Original Publication Date: 03/02/2009
Last Modified:
02/16/2010
Principal Author: Marcy Holmes, NP, Certified Menopause Clinician