Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Cardiac Risk

Question: I am a 51 year-old woman having a rough menopause, and I'm confused about hormone replacement therapy. I like the idea of using HRT to relieve my hot flashes and other symptoms, but I've read that HRT can cause heart attacks, and I'm also worried about the cancer risk. My doctor says it would be OK to use HRT for a few years. I'd like to believe her but I'm afraid. Is my doctor right?...Read Full Post
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