Yes. Breast cancer and endometrial cancer occur in tissue sensitive to gonadal hormones. Unopposed estrogen is the only known cause of endometrial cancer, though there may be other factors involved. Estrogen, or at least one or more of the various estrogens, are thought to contribute to breast cancer. Progesterone balances the estrogen level in the body, thus lessening the risk.

Absolutely -- and it may even be strongly recommended. Some experts feel that progesterone can have a beneficial effect on certain cancer risks, including cancer of the ovary, breast and definitely uterus. Progesterone therapy has been documented in numerous studies to decrease the incidence of uterine cancer.

Yes. It is recommended. Breast cancer and endometrial cancer are two cancers that are related to Gonadal (estrogens, progesterone, and testosterone) hormones. The cancers occur in tissues sensitive to these gonadal hormones Unopposed estrogen is the only known cause of endometrial cancer, though there may be other factors involved. Unopposed estrogens are also thought to contribute to breast cancer. Natural hormones are simply an alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Answer: A positive family history for breast cancer usually means immediate family members or first-degree relatives: mother, sister or daughter.

Family history of breast cancer is a known risk factor. However, all women are at risk for developing breast cancer. Over 70% of breast cancer occurs in women who have no known risk factors. Large breast size does not increase the risk of breast cancer, but it may make diagnosis more difficult.

Only 10-15% of breast cancer cases are associated with a defined family history. Most cases of breast cancer occur in the absence of a family history. Breast cancer becomes more frequent with increasing age. Other factors that increase a woman's risk of developing breast cancer include: older age at first pregnancy or no pregnancies, progestin-containing hormone replacement therapy after menopause, and increased alcohol consumption.

Yes. According to Dr. John Lee, it is a good choice, because excess estrogen is thought to be a major contributing cause to increasing numbers of breast cancers in the U.S. Progesterone balances estrogen levels in the body. Several studies have revealed important mechanisms by which natural progesterone may play a role in preventing breast cancer or its reoccurrence.

Yes. While only 5 to 10% of all women diagnosed with breast cancer have a family history, it is important to know your family's history of cancer, if any, both on your mother's side and your father's side. Women with at least one close family relative (mother, sister, or daughter) should start a screening program with a breast specialist when they are ten years younger than their relative's age at diagnosis, but usually not before 20 years old.

Yes, the formulation in this product has been shown to be safe and effective and contains no hormones.

Research on the relationship, if any, between soy isoflavones and breast cancer has been inconclusive-human studies show no issues. To help you form your own opinion on this topic, we encourage you to review information such as this workshop proceeding.

A close family history of breast cancer (eg mother, sister), especially if the cancer occurred at a young age, can increase a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. Taking HRT for more than 5 years after the age of 50 has also been associated with a small increase in risk of breast cancer. All women in this position need to talk the matter over with their doctor and make an individual decision balancing the risks against the benefits of taking HRT.

This is a problem that has been faced for some time by post-menopausal women considering HRT and to a lesser degree by women on oral contraception (higher dose estrogen). For women at low or average risk, breast cancer is not a huge issue. And for women without a uterus, who do not have to take a progestin, breast cancer is an even smaller risk. (Remember that the estrogen-only WHI study did not show an increase in breast cancer.

Yes, but you should consider smaller implants, and avoid sub-pectoral (beneath the muscle) positioning.

Breast cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow out of control in one or both breasts. They can invade nearby tissues and form a mass, called a malignant tumor. The cancer cells can spread (metastasize) to the lymph nodes and other parts of the body. Breast cancer is many women’s worst fear. But experts have made great progress in treating cancer. If it is found early, breast cancer can often be cured, and it is not always necessary to remove the breast.

The exact cause of breast cancer is not known. Female hormones and increasing age play a part. The chances that you will develop breast cancer increase as you age. In the United States, about 1 in every 8 women who live to be 80 will have been diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life.5 Family history also plays a role in the development of breast cancer. You are more likely to have breast cancer if your mother, father, or sister has breast cancer.

The soccer ball with a pink ribbon has been the trademarked emblem for nine years of the Kicks Against Breast Cancer college soccer tournament in Maryland . The Kicks tournament was developed by Louise Waxler as a fundraising for the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center at Howard County Hospital in Columbia, MD. Her close friend Claudia Mayer had just lost her life to breast cancer when the first tournament kicked off.

Although there has been no correlation with the herbal ingredients and breast cancer, any woman with known breast conditions should consult with their physician prior to taking any supplements.. back to the top of the page

One of the first things the PBCC would do is send her a Friends Like Me™ care package. Friends Like Me™ care packages have been carefully produced to address the needs of women newly-diagnosed with breast cancer. The materials are designed to support the new patient in a timely manner during those critical first few months when she is dealing with her diagnosis and making decisions about treatment options.

Family histories of cancer that are genetic usually have relatives with cancer in more than one generation, relatives with the same or more than one type of cancer, relatives who were diagnosed with cancer before age 50, relatives who have had more than one primary cancer, or relatives who have had rare cancers. A genetic counselor can help you evaluate your family for a cancer family syndrome. For more information, see Family History.