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Started Estradiol After Hysterectomy And Oophorectomy. Concerned About Cancer. Need To Take Hormones?
Hi my name is Cindy and I will be forty next month. I had a complete hysterectomy and oophorectomy approximately 2.5 years ago. I started Estradiol 1 mg but stopped it about 9 months ago. I had the hysterectomy for ovarian masses in which one was a early stage one suspicious for cancer. I was told I will need to take hormones the rest of my life. I am afraid of breast cancer. My GYN doctor told me that i need the hormones to protect my heart and bones. I am very confused. I use Premarin cream once a week. I dont know what to do?
Thu, 13 Jun 2013
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Thank you for choosing Healthcaremagic. Latest studies have shown hormone replacement treatment to be helpful, the side effects are very less and the cancer risk is proven to be very very less. As you mentioned that one of your ovaries was suspicious, I advise you to keep regular followup with your doctor, to rule out any recurrence. You need regular scan and regular pelvic examination.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answers kindly rate it, and write a review as well. Please do not forget to accept it.
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Wish you good health.
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Dr Arif
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http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-arif-n-khan/65133
Thank you for choosing Healthcaremagic. Latest studies have shown hormone replacement treatment to be helpful, the side effects are very less and the cancer risk is proven to be very very less. As you mentioned that one of your ovaries was suspicious, I advise you to keep regular followup with your doctor, to rule out any recurrence. You need regular scan and regular pelvic examination.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answers kindly rate it, and write a review as well. Please do not forget to accept it.
Thank you,
Wish you good health.
Regards,
Dr Arif
You can consult me again directly through my profile
http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-arif-n-khan/65133
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