FAQs Archive - Page 6 of 9 - Chelvey Menopause

Q: What type of HRT do you prescribe?

We only prescribe regulated HRT as recommended by the British Menopause Society. We do not prescribe compounded bioidentical hormones.

Q: Can my GP do the hormone blood tests for me?

Certain bloods are available via your own GP; however, the more specialised hormone blood tests may not be available at your GP surgery. Some GPs may not feel comfortable organising blood tests that they have not been trained to analyse. If this is the case, we can organise these tests for you at the clinic.

Q: When will my blood results be available and how will I access these?

Bloods normally take 3-5 days to process. Your doctor will then review the results and upload these to your patient portal with advice and comments.

Q: Will I need a blood test

Blood tests are not recommended for diagnosing the perimenopause and menopause in women over the age of 45 years. Hormone blood tests are sometimes needed to guide appropriate dosing of HRT, your doctor will advise if this is necessary. Regarding testosterone prescribing, a baseline blood test is necessary prior to starting treatment and then follow bloods on a regular basis are recommended for as long as the testosterone is continued. Certain blood tests may be suggested to exclude other medical conditions that could be causing your symptoms, such as anaemia or an underactive thyroid gland. Some women may be keen to have an overall health check, and this can be arranged.

Q: What happens if I run out of medication?

Ideally, we recommend asking for a repeat prescription 2 weeks prior to your medication running out. If you run out of medication, then please send us an email to enquireies@thechelvey.com and we will do our best to arrange a repeat prescription for you.

Q: Can I get my HRT medication from my GP?

You can ask your own GP if they are happy to prescribe your medication. Certain medications that we prescribe may not currently be available the local NHS formularies. It is also important to be aware that some GPs may not feel comfortable prescribing certain medications, such as testosterone. This may be due to a lack of training in this area. Ultimately it is up to the individual GP.

Q: How much does a prescription cost?

The cost varies depending on what is being prescribed but you can have this discussion with your clinician. Each prescription will provide you with 3 months medication. If you choose to continue to have your medication prescribed by Chelvey Menopause we will require you to attend an annual review appointment as recommended by NICE.

Q: How do I order a repeat prescription?

Please email ( enquiries@thechelvey.com ) with your requirements. We will check your records and then issue your prescription via Pharmacierge, our pharmacy partners

Q: How much does a blood test cost?

Full details of any recommended blood tests and the costs of these will be covered during your consultation.

Q: How much does an appointment cost?

An initial consultation costs £250 with follow up appointments costing £160

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