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Is Long Term Use Of Estrogen Patches Advisable?
65 years old have been taking vivella dot estrogen patch for 13 years. Had completed hysterectomy. Each time I try to get off I get joint pain, severe hot flashes, fatigue, depression Is it ok to continue to take? I have always been estrogen dominant
Fri, 15 May 2020
Hello,
As per my clinical experience, the long terms use of estrogen pathces are having significant number of possible ill effects as:
- High blood sugar
- Raised serum calcium level
- High blood pressure
- Chances of liver tumors and cancer
- Sun exposure sensitivity
- Uterine pathology in case of vaginal application
Kindly discuss the immediate need of cessation with your consultant OBGYN or physician for further guidelines.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
As per my clinical experience, the long terms use of estrogen pathces are having significant number of possible ill effects as:
- High blood sugar
- Raised serum calcium level
- High blood pressure
- Chances of liver tumors and cancer
- Sun exposure sensitivity
- Uterine pathology in case of vaginal application
Kindly discuss the immediate need of cessation with your consultant OBGYN or physician for further guidelines.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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