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Can phytoestrogens be safely used as a holistic option for fibroid treatment for someone in their 20s? and are topical as effective as oral supplement

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Dr. Emil Shakov answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

No: Fibroids occur due to excess estrogen levels. The last thing you want is to increase your estrogen levels with an exogenous source.

Dr Juster agreed

Answered 1/11/2015

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