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I am approaching 70 and have been using estrogen cream off & on for a year. would it be ok to take tablets instead of the cream?

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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Don't : Estrogen is relatively contraindicated at your age. Issues with increased risk for breast cancer and heart disease, as well as increased risk for blood clots particularly in smokers.

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/26/2018

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A member asked:

I am approaching 70 and have been using estrogen cream off & on for a year. would it be ok to take tablets instead of the cream?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

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