A Karolinska Institut in Stockholm and Genome Institute
of Singapore research study concludes that estrogen-progestin hormone replacement therapy, HRT, when taken for more than
five years, puts a woman at a two-fold higher risk of
developing lobular breast cancer or tubular cancer, compared with women who did not use hormone therapy. HRT is
typically prescribed to women for relief from the symptoms of hot flushes, night sweats, palpitations, sleep problems,
joint aches, headaches, mood swings, irritability, anxiety and difficulty concentrating associated with menopause.Note: The contents of this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911!
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HRT increases breast cancer risks
A Karolinska Institut in Stockholm and Genome Institute
of Singapore research study concludes that estrogen-progestin hormone replacement therapy, HRT, when taken for more than
five years, puts a woman at a two-fold higher risk of
developing lobular breast cancer or tubular cancer, compared with women who did not use hormone therapy. HRT is
typically prescribed to women for relief from the symptoms of hot flushes, night sweats, palpitations, sleep problems,
joint aches, headaches, mood swings, irritability, anxiety and difficulty concentrating associated with menopause.
