Tag: Menopause

Estrogen-Only Hormone Therapy Linked to Increased Gynecologic Cancer Risk, But Estrogen-Progestin Combination Therapy Lowers It

June 1, 2024 9:00 am

by Aaron Tallent

Key Points:

  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can reduce bothersome symptoms of menopause, but there is concern it may increase the incidence of certain cancers.
  • An analysis from the Women’s Health Initiative shows that estrogen-only HRT may increase
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Women’s Cancers: Clinicians Research, Advise on Sexual Dysfunction

March 29, 2024 9:00 am

By Heidi Splete

Many women with cancer want advice for managing sexual function issues, and clinicians are tuning in, new studies suggest.

Decreased sexual function is a side effect of many types of cancer, notably uterine, cervical, ovarian, and breast … Read more

Life Experience of Survivors of Gynecologic Cancers: A Survey Conducted in Italy

January 11, 2024 9:00 am

Clearity offers emotional support to people diagnosed with ovarian cancer and their caregivers through our Steps Through OC program. If you would like personalized, one-to-one assistance with navigating the impact of an ovarian cancer diagnosis, our team of OC Counselors … Read more