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How long would i have to take estrogen before i start worrying bout breast cancer.?
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5 yrs or less: It has been shown that using hormone replacement therapy (hrt) can increase one's risk of breast cancer when taken for longer than 5 years. Because of this we no longer recommend taking hormones for long periods of time. Work with your gynecologist for options to deal with the symptoms of menopause.
Answered 12/9/2013
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