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Is hormone replacement therapy safe with a desmoid tumor?

Research suggests that desmoid tumors may use hormones like estrogen to grow and spread. This means hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could potentially influence tumor behavior.

Because of this connection, it's important to have a detailed conversation with your care Show Full Answer

Is hormone replacement therapy safe with a desmoid tumor?

Research suggests that desmoid tumors may use hormones like estrogen to grow and spread. This means hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could potentially influence tumor behavior.

Because of this connection, it's important to have a detailed conversation with your care team before starting or continuing HRT. They can help weigh the potential risks against the benefits based on your specific situation.

What you should know:

* Anti-hormonal therapies like tamoxifen were once used to slow desmoid tumor growth
* These hormonal treatments are no longer widely recommended due to insufficient evidence of effectiveness
* The relationship between hormones and desmoid tumors suggests caution with hormone-based therapies

Your sarcoma specialist can help you evaluate whether HRT is appropriate for you, considering your tumor's location, size, activity level, and your overall health needs. They may recommend closer monitoring if you do use HRT.

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