By WinonaReviews of bywinona.com

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

We appreciate you sharing your experience and feedback with us, Keri. We are sorry that you have not progressed as fast in your treatment plan as you had hoped. It is certainly understandable to feel defeated and discouraged when you start something new and expect positive changes, only to not see any changes at all. Each woman is different and will respond to HRT in a different way and in different amounts of time. There are some lucky women who notice changes right away, while others may still struggle 6 months or year after starting treatment. The menopause transition is unpredictable and symptoms can change from month to month, which is not helpful either! We do see that you have been communicating with your Winona doctor regarding dose changes, and that you are doing all that you can to feel better! Some women also respond better to other forms of treatment, such as the estrogen patches that you mentioned. You currently have a refill processing of your current medication. A member of our Patient Care Team has emailed you for further support and direction! We encourage you to hang in there, as we are committed to helping you find the right treatment plan!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Raelene! We're thrilled to hear that our doctors and team made getting an HRT treatment plan an easy process! Education is a key component in helping women manage their menopause symptoms, and we try to provide a variety of ways to engage with our patients. We appreciate you recognizing the variety of tools we use to support women throughout their journey! Thank you for the 5 stars!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us, Estelle! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your hot flashes are completely gone and that you're sleeping better than you have in years! Quality sleep is so important at every stage of life, but even more so for women who are juggling all the responsibilities of work, family, and home obligations during the menopause transition. You need to feel your best so you can be your best! We're so grateful to be a part of your journey!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

We appreciate you sharing your detailed feedback regarding your experience with Winona, Sylvia. We understand that there is a lot of confusion surrounding hormone replacement therapy and how it is used, especially as standards and guidelines are changing. Progesterone plays a vital role in balancing estrogen levels and maintaining endometrial health during the menopause transition. It can be used cyclically or daily, depending on each woman's individual needs and health and surgical history. Cyclical progesterone and progestins  are often used in younger women who need help managing menstrual issues or to prevent pregnancy. Birth control is a common use for cyclical dosing. However, hormonal birth control uses hormones for pregnancy prevention but offers little to no relief for menopause symptoms. Once a woman enters perimenopause, daily progesterone is often recommended to control vasomotor symptoms and to provide women with a constant low level dose of hormones.  This complement to estrogen therapy prevents the rapid spikes and valleys in fluctuating hormones during the menopause transition and provides greater relief. Even if a woman still has a regular menstrual cycle, daily progesterone is recommended to maintain uterine health and prevent the overgrowth of endometrial tissue. Our doctors are experts in the care of women going through the menopause transition and carefully review each woman's health history and symptoms before prescribing any treatment plan. While we are efficient, we do not rush or forsake the safety of our patients for convenience. There are contraindications to HRT and if a woman is not an appropriate candidate, we provide other resources for relief. Woman who are suffering with debilitating menopause symptoms want immediate relief, and we do our best to not delay the process. We recognize that feeling unheard when raising medical questions is frustrating, and we sincerely regret that you felt this way. Your experience with the nausea and vomiting is also something we note, and we hope you are feeling better!  Nausea can be a temporary side effect that usually subsides as the body acclimates to the influx of hormones. We are not able to locate an account under your name as it is listed here, but our Winona doctors and staff are equipped to address patient concerns with comprehensive and reassuring explanations. Please message your Winona doctor with any concerns or contact our Patient Care Team at [email protected] We are here to support you!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that you’re feeling fantastic and that your treatment has made such a positive difference in your life. It’s wonderful to know that after struggling with symptoms following your hysterectomy, you finally found relief and are feeling more like yourself again. We love hearing that your husband and family have noticed the difference too! Thank you for trusting Winona with your care and for taking the time to share your story. We’re honored to be part of your wellness journey and grateful for your kind words.

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that your first experience with HRT has been a positive one. It’s wonderful to know that your doctor provided helpful information and guidance and that the process has been easy so far. We appreciate you trusting Winona with your care and look forward to continuing to support you on your wellness journey. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that your journey with Winona has been such a positive one. It’s wonderful to know that the process was fast, the support has been helpful, and that your treatment has made a meaningful difference for you. We’re especially grateful that your friends recommended Winona and that you’ve had such a positive experience that you would recommend us to others as well. Thank you for trusting Winona with your care and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re honored to be part of your wellness journey!

Response from By WinonaJul 15, 2026

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear that the process was fast and easy and that your treatment has made such a meaningful difference in your life. It’s wonderful to know that you’re sleeping better and feeling more emotionally balanced. Many women begin noticing relief within the first month of treatment, and we’re thrilled to hear that you’ve experienced positive changes in your overall well-being. Thank you for trusting Winona with your care and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re grateful to be part of your journey!