How do you treat vaginal dryness associated with estrogen deprivation therapy for ER+ and/or PR+ breast cancer?
Many women are distressed when asked to discontinue hormone replacement therapy or use intravaginal estrogen suppositories.
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How do you treat vaginal dryness associated with estrogen deprivation therapy for ER+ and/or PR+ breast cancer?
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Medical Oncology · Yale
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This is a common problem for many postmenopausal women or those on ovarian suppression. A gynecology exam is important to make sure symptoms are specifically due to estrogen deprivation and not compounded by other causes. A number of options can help including coconut oil/olive oil, vaginal moisturi...
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