If estrogen stimulates the growth of malignant breast cells,  one might be concerned that subclinical disease may be fueled by HRT and grow rapidly, resulting in a…

The principle that women who have been treated for breast cancer should avoid exogenous estrogen has been an area of general agreement and standard practice for many years; it…

HRT gained wide acceptance over 30 years ago and gradually became a staple in the treatment of estrogen deficiency.  Patients were pleased by the relief of menopausal symptoms offered by HRT, and…

Because of treatment with chemotherapy, women with a history of breast cancer are more likely to be exposed to estrogen deficiency and often experience estrogen deficiency for a longer duration than women…