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2. I have read a worrying article in the papers saying that taking folate supplements can cause breast cancer. Is this true? I thought these supplements were supposed to be a good thing.
last reviewed: 20.01.2005
3. I am a 35 year old woman and am planning to have treatment for infertility. This will include the use of fertility drugs. Can fertility drugs increase my risk of developing breast cancer in later life?
last reviewed: 01.06.2004
4. A friend has told me that drinking a lot of coffee causes breast cancer. Is this true?
last reviewed: 14.04.2004
5. Can stress make breast cancer come back?
last reviewed: 04.07.2006
6. My daughter is pregnant and has just been found to have a breast cancer. Has this been caused by the pregnancy?
last reviewed: 03.11.2006
7. Several of my family have had breast cancer. Is it safe for me to take HRT for menopausal symptoms?
last reviewed: 18.10.2006
8. Are the risks of breast cancer worse if I take HRT for a long time?
last reviewed: 10.08.2006
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