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Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy

Started by Shana A, August 31, 2009, 07:30:59 PM

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Shana A

August 31, 2009, 07:30:59 PM
August 31, 2009
Weighing the Risks and Benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy

by Chelsea Mooser

http://thewip.net/contributors/2009/08/weighing_the_risks_and_benefit.html

As a breast cancer researcher, I tend to be the go-to gal on all topics science. A few weeks ago a woman asked me if, considering the risks and the benefits, I would go on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) during menopause. I hadn't given the topic much thought. I knew from conversations with women who had gone through menopause that estrogen was remarkable in relieving the hot flashes, cognitive impairment, sagging skin, and mood swings associated with "The Change." On the other hand, as a breast cancer researcher, I also knew about the health risks. But like any typical pre-menopausal woman I hadn't really thought about it that much.
"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." Oscar Wilde
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Shana A

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August 31, 2009, 08:21:53 PM
Quote from: N~ on August 31, 2009, 07:32:44 PM
You've been reading my links, Z! :laugh:

Nichole,

I get my news from the best sources ;D

Z
"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." Oscar Wilde
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lisagurl

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August 31, 2009, 08:24:46 PM
QuoteI will explain that HRT is just one of many factors that causes a small but significant increase in breast cancer risk

It would be wise to be tested for the known gene that is associated with breast cancer a much larger factor.
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