Are there some women who shouldn't take HRT?
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The risks of taking HRT are thought to outweigh the benefits for
some women. For example, HRT may not advised in the following cases:
- If you have a history of endometrial (womb) cancer, ovarian cancer or breast cancer.
- If you have a history of blood clots (a DVT or a PE). If you have a
personal or family history of blood clots, your doctor may suggest
doing a thrombophilia screen (a blood test to look for any blood
clotting problems). - If you have a history of heart attack, angina or stroke.
- If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- If you are pregnant.
- If you have severe liver disease.
- If you have an undiagnosed breast lump.
- If you are being investigated for abnormal vaginal bleeding.
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Where to next?
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What are the possible symptoms and problems of the menopause?
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What is HRT (hormone replacement therapy)?
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What is the menopause?
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Menopause - Alternatives to HRT
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Non HRT treatments- part 1
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Non HRT treatments - part 2
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Quiz: How much do you know about the menopause?
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Treating other symptoms
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Under the microscope: Menopause
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Video: Janet Ellis' menopause tips
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Janet Ellis: 'HRT wasn't right for me'
