Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk: 10 Expert Tips
6. Avoid Hormone Therapy
Hormone replacement therapy is a common treatment for women dealing with severe symptoms of menopause. Unfortunately, studies suggest that HRT can increase the risk of developing breast cancer, with risk percentages varying based on the type and duration of treatment.
People with a significant risk of breast cancer may want to avoid all types of hormonal therapy and discuss natural alternatives with their doctors. If you do need to use HRT, try to limit the length of time you receive the therapy.
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