HRT - Are you not sure what hormone replacement therapy is or the treatments and medication involved for easing symptoms of the menopause, then let me enlighten you Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a drug used to help women cope with the unpleasant effects (and unpleasant they can be) of the menopause, which normally happens between the ages of 42 and 58 years. It has been known to occur in the younger woman. HRT can be a threat; it is believed to increase the risk of breast cancer in women.

HRT and breast cancer - is it a risk worth taking?

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Breast tissue is sensitive to oestrogen. The continued use of oestrogen for years longer than is natural has long-been known to increase the risk of developing breast cancer.

Hormone replacement therapy is prescribed by a doctor where you can expect to be asked many questions about your health. This is a precautionary process to make sure that this treatment will not affect your health in other ways. Side affects can be serious, so therefore the reasons for the thorough check up.

If you are going through a stressful time due to the menopause (change of life) or other women’s concerns, then do not suffer in silence. Call into speak with your doctor who may prescribe a form of medication to help you cope with any anxieties stemming from the symptoms you are suffering from. Menopause symptoms can be so cruel at times. They can also be so disturbing causing women more upset than any other familiar condtions connected to vaginal issues.

Like pointed out earlier there are treatments and medication to help with these symptoms to help you cope.

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