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Does Estrogen Cause Return of Cancer As Promised I have reviewed the Swedish study suggesting that patients with a former diagnosis of Breast cancer should not take Estrogen for menopausal symptoms. [see my earlier article on this subject] After my review of the study I have come to the conclusion that the results are not firm and the reason for the abrupt discontinuation of the study may be based on the fear of legal repercussions [lawsuits]. After writing this bulletin, I consulted, as promised, with a highly respected Medical Oncologist [Cancer Specialist], Tom Lee MD of Oakland,Ca who feels the study was well controlled [patients properly chosen] but forced to close because it exceeded the upper limit of all patient's risks agreed to before the study began. The botom line here for women who want to take Estrogen after being treated for Cancer of the Breast is, consult with your Surgeon, Radiolotherapist and Medical Oncologist before doing so. In my years of practice, carefully chosen and properly informed patients, who were willing to accept any risk involved, did benefit from LOW DOSE and conscientiously administered oral estrogen tablets. | ||||||
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