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A member asked:
I might have to take tamoxifen (invasive ductal carcinoma-waiting for hormone tests to come back). wouldn't a hysterectomy accomplish the same thing with fewer side effects?
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No: tamoxifen blocks your estrogen receptors in any breast tissue that might remain after the surgery. Go for it
Answered 7/30/2015
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Yes: The purpose of taking tamoxifen post resection of invasive breast cancer is to minimize the effect of the bodys estrogen on possible growth factor receptors such as estrogen receptor on.Br Ca Performing a BSO alone or in combination with hysterectomy minimizes levels of estrogen in the host. It also minimizes the effect tamoxifen has acting as an estrogen on the uterus to induce endometrial Ca
Answered 7/30/2015
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