Does taking estradiol cause weight gain?

I just finished my six-month course of estradiol. I did gain about 3 kgs, mostly around my tummy and thighs, but now that I am off it, the swelling has started going down. Just watch your diet and don't panic, it is mostly temporary.

I was reading about hormonal treatments recently and saw that estradiol often causes temporary water retention rather than actual fat. It seems very common, but I wonder if the weight goes away on its own after stopping the medication?

When my wife started hormone therapy at Apollo Hospital, the doctor explained that estradiol can cause some fluid retention, which feels like weight gain. It's best to discuss your specific concerns directly with your gynecologist to see if the dosage needs adjusting.

During my menopause years, I had to take hormone therapy and yes, I gained a few kilos. But looking back, managing my symptoms was far more important than worrying about a little extra weight. Be gentle with yourself, your health matters more.

I faced a lot of bloating while on hormone pills, and no amount of herbal teas or ajwain water completely cured it. The only thing that helped was reducing my daily salt intake and keeping myself active with daily walks. Give your body some time to adjust.

Mild weight fluctuations are normal with hormone therapy, and drinking warm water with lemon in the morning might help ease the bloating. However, if you experience sudden, severe leg swelling, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, please seek medical help immediately as these are serious warning signs.

My mother told me to drink barley water to reduce the bloating when I started estradiol. It did help with the water retention, but I made sure to follow my doctor's instructions carefully as hormonal medicines need proper medical supervision.