Hi, I've been on Bio-Identical (pill form) since 2000....my recent blood work showed I was not absorbing estrogen but was absorbing Testost.....I was on 2.5 mg/1 mg Estrogen being the first one...so I went off and got on Minivelle patch (0.5) along w/50 mg DHEA and after about 3 wks, having horrific side effects....I gained 9 lbs, hot flashes 24/7 and have lost a considerable amount of hair....I had blood work done again and Saw dr ystdy and she was in shock when I walked in w/my hair in a baggie....and as of ystdy I had gained 7 lbs but gained 2 lbs overnight.....anyway, lots to consider here.....basically, going off patch and going back on Bi-Est but upping it to 3 mg...DHEA will be cut in half to 25 mg.....I don't even care about the weight although I am normally thin but it's my hair I am concerned about.....luckily, I have a lot of healthy hair but I have a lot less now and it's all broken....I look like I put my finger into an electrical socket....LOL I realize everyone is different but what is your take on all this.....Thanks for your time......Vicky