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Health Concerns About HRT

Post a new topicby contentuser on Sat Dec 22, 2007 2:04 pm


Recent studies concerning the long-term use of HRT indicate substantial risk for cardiovascular disease, venous thromboembolism (blood clots), and invasive breast cancer


Cardiovascular disease

Current scientific studies indicate that hormone replacement therapy increases the risk for cardiovascular disease, stroke and heart attack especially during the first year of treatment. Dietary and lifestyle changes (e.g., stop smoking, exercise) are important to ensure healthy menopausal ...Read the full article
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