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Breast cancer and hormone replacement therapy Q&As

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1. I am 41. I had great problems with menopausal symptoms following surgery and chemotherapy for cancer of the cervix. My HRT treatment has been really helpful. With the possible risk of developing breast cancer, should I stop it, even though I would rather not?

last reviewed: 01.06.2006

2. Should I speak to my GP about my HRT treatment? I am concerned about the possible risks.

last reviewed: 01.06.2006

3. Several of my family have had breast cancer. Is it safe for me to take HRT for menopausal symptoms?

last reviewed: 18.10.2006

4. Are the risks of breast cancer worse if I take HRT for a long time?

last reviewed: 10.08.2006

5. I have heard about HRT and increased risk of breast cancer. What are the risks?

last reviewed: 12.04.2006

6. I am taking HRT for osteoporosis (bone thinning). Are there any alternatives to HRT for this condition?

last reviewed: 01.05.2004

7. I do not want to take HRT due to the possible risks. Are there any alternatives to HRT?

last reviewed: 01.05.2004

8. What is HRT?

last reviewed: 20.07.2005

9. I am 65. I am having terrible hot flushes because of my tamoxifen. What can I do to help this and can I have HRT?

last reviewed: 18.01.2006

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