[Acceptability of hormonal substitution after menopause]

Risks and benefits of hormone replacement after the menopause have been extensively investigated. Although the balance is largely in favour of the benefits, the use of hormone replacement remains limited in both frequency and duration. Women stopping hormones usually explain their decision evoking rather minor side effects. Fear of cancer is more frequently an argument for not starting hormone replacement. Major progress are required to improve acceptability of hormonal replacement after menopause.