Vivelle-Dot^® Voices

"I really believe in estrogen therapy."

Karen, a gynecologist, was perimenopausal herself when she started focusing on menopause patients. She related to what her patients were going through.

"I tried herbals to treat my symptoms, but my night sweats and hot flashes got worse over time."

After Karen's hysterectomy at age 50, she started estrogen therapy.

"I've been on Vivelle-Dot for one and a half years. I really believe in estrogen therapy. I'm happy I found a treatment that works for me."

"My patch fits right in with my on-the-go lifestyle."

Whether it's dog sledding in the Arctic Circle or trekking through the Amazon, as a travel writer, Judi is always on the go, and so is her patch.

After a total hysterectomy with removal of her ovaries at age 48, she started on a low-dose estrogen therapy patch that was available back in the early 1990's. She was still experiencing some symptoms associated with menopause, including night sweats, and tried several over-the-counter remedies, but didn't get desired results.

Judi and her doctor eventually found the right dose of estrogen, but she didn't like the size of the patch. She switched to Vivelle-Dot, once it became available, due to its small size and comfort.

"With all my travel, Vivelle-Dot fits right in with my on-the-go lifestyle. It's easy to use and helps control my symptoms.

"When friends tell me they are suffering from menopause symptoms, I ask them why they don't talk to their doctor about treatment options."

"I'm embracing the second part of my life."

As a print and TV model, Anne Marie likes to show off her Vivelle-Dot patch at photo shoots.

Anne Marie started to feel some symptoms around age 44 or 45. With hot flashes and night sweats, she suspected it was menopause. Her doctor prescribed Vivelle-Dot. Since Anne Marie still has her uterus, she and her doctor decided to add progesterone to her treatment.

"Times have changed. In the old days, our moms would knit and do needle work at this stage of their lives. Today, women my age are into kickboxing and yoga."

"Menopause is a natural part of aging, and I'm embracing the second part of my life."