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  • Estradiol (topical)

    Drug
    03/04/05, Healthwise

    Estradiol increases the risk of developing a condition (endometrial hyperplasia) that may lead to cancer of the lining of the uterus. Taking progestins, another hormone drug, while using estradiol lowers the risk of developing this condition. Therefo

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  • Estradiol and norethindrone (topical patches)

    Drug
    08/02/04, Healthwise

    Estradiol increases the risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition that may lead to cancer of the lining of the uterus. Using a progestin, such as norethindrone, with estradiol lowers the risk of developing this condition. Visit your doc

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  • Conjugated estrogens (vaginal)

    Drug
    10/04/07, Healthwise

    Long-term treatment with conjugated estrogens may increase your risk of breast cancer, heart attack, or stroke. Talk with your doctor about your individual risks before using vaginal conjugated estrogens long term, especially if you smoke or are over

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  • Estradiol and norgestimate

    Drug
    02/25/08, Healthwise

    Estradiol and norgestimate increases your risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition that may lead to cancer of the uterus. Taking progestins while using estradiol and norgestimate may lower this risk. If your uterus has not been removed

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  • Estradiol and levonorgestrel (topical patches)

    Drug
    02/27/06, Healthwise

    To be sure this medication is helping your condition, you will need to have regular physical exams every 3 to 6 months. You may also need breast mammograms. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor. Call your doctor at an

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  • Ovarian Cancer - What Increases Your Risk

    Article
    07/10/07, Healthwise

    Risk factors for ovarian cancer include:

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  • Radon

    Article
    01/29/09, Healthwise

    Radon is a cancer-causing radioactive gas. It comes from the breakdown of uranium, which is a natural part of soil and rock. Radon is found in rock, soil, water, building materials (such as granite or shale), and natural gas. Radon cannot

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  • Parathyroid cancer: Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI PDQ]

    Article
    01/03/08, Healthwise

    This PDQ cancer information summary for health professionals provides comprehensive, peer-reviewed, evidence-based information about the treatment of parathyroid cancer. This summary is reviewed regularly and updated as necessary by the PDQ Adult Tre

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  • Bladder Cancer - Cause

    Article
    05/25/07, Healthwise

    The cause of bladder cancer is not known. Changes in the genetic material (DNA) of bladder cells may play a role.

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  • Bladder Cancer - What Increases Your Risk

    Article
    05/25/07, Healthwise

    The major risk factors for bladder cancer include:

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