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A 38-year-old female asked:
Should i take progesterone therapy for adenomyosis if i have a strong family history of stroke, breast cancer, and migraines with aura?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience
Very specific case: We can not really provide very specific guidance in unique cases such as this. A discussion with your obgyn is warranted discussing the various options, the risks and the benefits.
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Dr. M. Hytham Beckanswered
Surgery 44 years experience
No: it realy depends on your plan to have children.if you no longer wishes to have children you should not take any risk with hormonal treatment,and choose surgical option.if you are planning to have more children,then you conservative,medical,hormonal treatment is the only option,in spite of your family history.discuss your options with your GYN.
3.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Mar 22, 2015
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