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Are Testosterone Shots A Good Treatment Option When Diagnosed With Estrogen Positive Breast Cancer Last Year?
Hello, I just had a complete hysterectomy.my decision to do so is because of estrogen positive breast cancer last year and a grate fruit size fibroid on side of uterus . My OB GYN wants to give me testosterone shots. Could you please give me your opinion if this is a good idea or not .thank you Paula
Thu, 27 Oct 2022
Hi,
In estrogen receptor positive cases of breast cancer, definitely Hormonal treatment is mainly recommended. These hormones prevent the activity of estrogens, which cause activation of cancerous cell in Breast. Testosterone is prescribed to achieve this aim. Of course, other modalities like chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery may also be needed along with hormone therapy. This decision is to be taken only by your treating doctor.
It is a good thing in your case, that you had a complete hysterotomy. The researches show that there are 30% more chances of survival with complete hysterotomy as compared to the patients, in which uterus and/or ovaries are preserved.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
In estrogen receptor positive cases of breast cancer, definitely Hormonal treatment is mainly recommended. These hormones prevent the activity of estrogens, which cause activation of cancerous cell in Breast. Testosterone is prescribed to achieve this aim. Of course, other modalities like chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery may also be needed along with hormone therapy. This decision is to be taken only by your treating doctor.
It is a good thing in your case, that you had a complete hysterotomy. The researches show that there are 30% more chances of survival with complete hysterotomy as compared to the patients, in which uterus and/or ovaries are preserved.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
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