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Estrogen Use in Menopause Raises Cancer Risk
A reader asks about estrogen safety during menopause. FDA guidelines stress using the lowest effective dose for the shortest time, with regular six month checkups. Estrogens help with symptoms but increase uterine cancer risk after long use. avoid in breast or uterine cancer, abnormal bleeding, clotting, heart disease, or stroke. Regular monitoring and informed decisions are urged.
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Food and Drugs Administration
FDA
Alexander M. Schmidt
Food and Drugs