Non-CVD Disease Outcomes During 6.8 Years of Hormone Therapy
Oops, did I forget increased risk for gallstones requiring surgery and venous thromboembolism (potentially leading to pulmonary embolism or stroke)??
Hormone Therapy
Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes During 6.8 Years of Hormone Therapy – (07-08-02)
Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes During 6.8 Years of Hormone Therapy
I hate to beat a dead, crumbling dog, but I’m still confused as to why Premarin is one of the top few prescription drugs. No benefit and possible increased risk for heart disease. Increased risk for breast and endometrial cancer. Little, if any benefit on bone health. No benefit for Alzheimer’s disease. What the hell is left?? Hot flashes? Those respond very readily to phytoestrogens and progesterone cream. I’m scratching my head on this one….