Hormone Issues: Causes & Risks
Conjugated estrogens and methyltestosterone
02/19/03, HealthwiseConjugated estrogens increase the risk of developing a condition (endometrial hyperplasia) that may lead to cancer of the lining of the uterus. Taking progestins, another hormone drug, with conjugated estrogens may lower the risk of developing this c
Thyroid cancer: Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI PDQ]
02/06/09, HealthwiseThis PDQ cancer information summary for health professionals provides comprehensive, peer-reviewed, evidence-based information about the treatment of thyroid cancer. This summary is reviewed regularly and updated as necessary by the PDQ Adult Treatme
Pituitary tumors: Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI PDQ]
09/16/08, HealthwiseThis PDQ cancer information summary for health professionals provides comprehensive, peer-reviewed, evidence-based information about the treatment of pituitary tumors. This summary is reviewed regularly and updated as necessary by the PDQ Adult Treat
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Parathyroid cancer: Treatment - Patient Information [NCI PDQ]
06/18/08, HealthwiseParathyroid cancer is a rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of a parathyroid gland.
Adrenocortical carcinoma: Treatment - Patient Information [NCI PDQ]
07/30/08, HealthwiseAdrenocortical carcinoma is a rare disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the outer layer of the adrenal gland.
Achard Thiers Syndrome
05/27/08, HealthwiseSheehan Syndrome
07/08/07, HealthwiseEstradiol oral
09/15/06, HealthwiseEstradiol increases your risk of developing endometrial hyperplasia, a condition that may lead to cancer of the uterus. Taking progestins while using estradiol may lower this risk. If your uterus has not been removed, your doctor may prescribe a prog
Conjugated estrogens (oral)
06/23/08, HealthwiseLong-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 conjugated estrogens long term, especially if you smoke or are overweight.
Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (HRT)
12/05/07, HealthwiseBefore taking ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure or heart disease, high cholesterol, gallbladder disease, diabetes, asthma, seizures, liver disease, a thyroid disorder, high levels of calcium in your
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