Are Polyps Fibroids
Hormone Replacement Therapy – How long should a non- hysterectomised person be on it?
I am currently investigating non detection of a serous uterine carcinoma which caused the death of a relative of mine at the age of 64 despite all of the symtoms being present.
My relative has been on HRT since April 1991 until July 2008. What are the side effects and could this therapy have been a contributory cause to the development of uterine polyps/fibroids turning cancerous.
An answer from a Pharmacist, Gynaecologist, GP or any person experienced in the field would be greatly appreciated
Wrong year – until July 2007
Jackmatt – you did not read my question nor details. How can a dead person discuss with her GP for God;s Sake
I think if she was on the combined hrt (progesterone and oestrogen) this would actually have given her a degree of protection .This type of cancer is often caused by unopposed oestrogen .This happens when a woman doesn’t ovulate for long periods of time in conditions like PCOS for eg before the menopause.
It is usually detected by a hysteroscopy and endometrial biopsy which should have been carried out if all symptoms are present.
Unfortunately the type of cancer you mention is the most aggressive type of uterine cancer and survival rates are very low even when detected early.
I found this out whilst trying to find info on uterine polyps which I have. If a women has had these in the past she is at risk of getting uterine cancer.
Hope this helps and sorry to hear of your loss.
Intrauterine Pathology