I have been on the Sandoz - Novartis patches for for a month. I only had one that did not want to stick, put it on and put a bandage over it, by evening it was stuck on. I use a little vinegar on the spot where I am putting the patch to clean it, then dry it off and make sure I am sitting when I put them on to avoid wrinkling.

So far I have had good results with them, nipple soreness and breast buds have formed.

I am just finishing up my 3rd week on patches and so far, so good, no problems. I like it cause I only have to remember to change it once a week, so it's easy.

Quote from: rosinstraya on March 01, 2015, 12:54:29 AM
Patches so far so good. One small patch twice a week. No problems with staying on, even in the Australian heat and humidity.

Bet sharks can sense them................

I've been on Estradot patches for almost two years and have been totally happy with them. They are small and don't tend to come off. The low DVT risk with them is well worth it and gives me peace of mnd. The only problem I have is once in a while forgetting to change them because I just forget they are there. i suppose some might find the sticky residue around the edge of the patch that attracts lint to be a hassle. My partner says they look like passport stamps! However, once its warmed up in either the bath or shower it tend to rub of in little balls anyway. I also find that I can usually remove the patch and stick it to a new position at least once. 

The Estradots are very good. They stick on fine and stay, even with hot showers. During the winter, anyhow. Will find out how they are throughout the summer days coming up, though. The only bad thing is they leave the red marks in the patches shape. They go away after a couple of weeks or more. I just keep putting them in different places, then on to the old spots again.

Quote from: pollypagan on March 01, 2015, 01:53:05 PM
Bet sharks can sense them................

We have shark-proof windows and nets on the roof to catch the drop bears. Tough work but oh so necessary! 

Hey, I just started HRT two days ago on the 4th. Whoot whoot!!!! Anyways, I also wanted to start on injections, but due to current health reasons my Doc felt better starting me on patches and a low dose of spiro pills. I am using the Alora estradiol patch and I like it. It is small and hasn't come off in the shower yet. I have to put one on twice a week so I don't have to remember to take so many pills.

-Iliana