I had breast cancer 3 yrs ago i had a lumpectomy...6 chemo"s..and radiation to the affected breast...im now taking tamoxifen, and Zolodex injections every 3 months that stop the period..But i think i was breifly told that it is not impossible to become pregnant...
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I was diagnosed in Dec. 2001, did chemo and radiation and I am now on tamoxifen and Depo Lupron shots every 3 months. Not sure about Zolodex, but Lupron shuts off your ovaries (I'm assuming Zolodex is similar?)and of course without ovulation you cannot become pregnant. This is assuming the medication is working properly. If you're wondering about your chances of conceiving after your hormone treatment, I was told that I'll have to wait and see what happens when my hormones return. Everyone's body is different and a lot depends on your reproductive health before all this began. Best of luck to you!
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I had fibroid tumors when I was younger.  They didn't bother me until I was about 44.  Then I started having trouble with my periods.  It was my choice to have a hysterectomy.  But that doesn't mean that is the answer for you.  I don't know how old you are, or what your situation is re: childbearing.  I'm sure it is nothing to worry about. Try to relax.
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Not to get to personal, but you could  have this disease. don't get scared you probably don't have it. its called  OVARIAN SYNDROME ITS WERE YOU ARE Infertile and you don't have you period anymore. but there is a medication you can take for that and you proably dont have cancer. Talk to your doctor.
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Please tell me your not taking Depo-provera.  If you are STOP. it is very dangerous.  It causes major bone loss and can make you infertal after 2 years of use.  I am 27 and already have osteoporosis.  Of course your Dr won't tell you this. He,She gets about $100 a shot.  Go to google and look it up.  They have a sight with thousands of horror stories on the net.  Be safe, good luck. \n      - Your question-\n It is according to how long you have taken the shot to how fast it is out of your system.  I was on it about two years and have been off 3 years and this is the first time I have gotten pregnant.  It took 2 years to have a regular period again.
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no because i think personaly the risks are to big. i dont want to die of cancer because i didnt want to have my peroid 12 times a year only 4. Think of it like this, it is a blessing for us women to have a period. Why? well, we can control our hormones instead of walking around with our hands constantly in our pants. what do u think?
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I enjoy sex more often since my hysterectomy in january. Seems like I have more interest in it. Not because I can't get pregnant, but because I just feel so much better. Best thing to happen to me, Had mine Jan 2 this year.
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I think that if a woman stops ovulating there would be no more menstruation, and estrogen levels change, to me this is part of a biological clock in women which indicates the conceiving period is over and pregnancy at a late age is risky.\nFortunately there are supplements that can be taken for the secondary effects such as hot flashes like black cohosh and flax hull lignans. Lignans are a type of plant chemical that can simulate and help balance human hormones such estrogen.
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Generally, if you've had breast cancer in the past you wouldn't be prescribed any kind of hormonal contraceptive. Micronor is a progesterone only mini-pill, so it doesn't contain oestrogen, but do you know the progesterone receptor status of your breast cancer? \n\nI'd advise you NOT to take any kind of hormonal contraceptive and to stick to barrier methods of contraception such as condoms. Speak to your GP again and explain your concerns, but unless you know that your breast cancer was progesterone receptor negative, I wouldn't take any hormones.
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I used to have very irregular periods.  I had maybe 4 periods a year.  If that.  I thought  it was awesome but my mom (who had 17 periods a year didn't), so she put me on birth control.  \n\nI know bc pills can be a witch, but your irregular periods can be caused by unusual hormone levels which are treated with hormones.  It isn't that bad taking 1 pill a day.  Plus, if you go to a family planning program, they'll cover your perscription.\n\nI do think you should go to the doctor and just check and make sure everything is alright.  I went off bc awhile ago.  At first I had some periods but then there was nothing.  For six months.  I went in and was diagnosed with PCOS.  I will now be on bc pills for an indfinate time and may not be able to conceive without the use of fertility drugs.\n\nJust go in and make sure everything is in working order.
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premenstrual??  pregnant? ovulating? nursing? thats all i can think of, how old are you? sometimes boobs hurt thru adolesence, all the changes.  hope that helps, if none of the above seek medical attention, could be serious, breast cancer takes too many lives unneccessarily...get checked!!!  i know alot of people that are survivors cause they didn't wait!!  hope it's nothing like that for you, saying a quick prayer for you!!
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My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1990.  She battled it, and won.  She had lymph nodes removed as well as a total masectomy.  Along with 6 months of chemo.  Unfortch her cancer recurred in 1998.  This time in her bones.  She battled bravely again, with weekly chemo for 5 solid years.  Eventually it spread to her brain and she had radiation.  She had(yes, I am sorry 'had')a great life from her initial battle in 1990 until cancer finally took her from us in 2003.  She saw both her daughters marry and met one grandson.  She and my dad traveled and were together.  Just give her the best you can.  Be there for her, talk to her.  I know it hurts, believe me, I know.  My mom was only 53 when she passed.  I believe she always handled it better than we did.  I never once saw her be scared.  I wish you and your friend all the best.  Good luck!
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Its probably safe, assuming everything is resolved, however I would ask your oncologist to be sure. There are too many variables for this to be a general question. I promise you it won't be anything your doctor hasnt heard before,so don't be embaressed to ask!
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you can tell very easily with the tests kits they sell. ask druggist to suggest one. they can tell very fast. if it's positive go to an o.b. dr. sorry you are too young to have your problems. i'm59 yrs. old i had breast cancer in 2000 and lung cancer in 2004. i've been going to 5 specialists now. i have tests all over my body every 3 months. i'm glad to keep up with the possiblities of cancer recurring. today i found out i have leasions on my rt. kidney. more tests for me again. but as i said the kits can tell your results,even if just 3 days have passed. what does your doctor say about irregular cycles. i would see another doctor. has to be an answer for what your going thru. take care and God bless! don't worry about AM  sickness, they have a pill for that. it could start any time mine was2 weeks - 2 months. it just depends on your body your hormones,too. take care i'll keep you in my prayers.     betty boop
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I have taken provera many times, since I have PCOS as well.  I also went on clomid to get pregnant and was successful.  I now have a beautiful 10 month old baby boy.  When I wanted to get pregnant, my OB placed me on Provera to get my cycle and on the 3rd day of the cycle I started clomid.  After I finished clomid for five days, then I had to take estrogen pills (I guess to enhance ovulation).  I was told by a previous OB that I would never have children due to my PCOS and not getting my period.  It is okay to take Provera monthly if you are trying to conceive.  It will not due damage to your body.   Keep trying the regime that your OB prescribe.  Remember it can take several tries before you get pregnant, so I would hold off on seeing a specialist.  Give your self a chance.  Even women who get their cycles on a "normal" schedule can take then a year to conceive.
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we're on the same dilemma..im not having my period for almost 3 months now after i stopped taking a pill over 1 year of using it..the doctor said,my body has not adjusted yet since ive been taking estrogen hormones for over a year..it will just go back to normal as she said and she has not given me any prescription to get my period back..what did ur doctor prescribed you?may i know? her's my email ad angel_4_lyf25@yahoo.com..im also not comfortable with my present situation..
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Can bc pills make you fat, depressed and give you breast cancer? See articles by 2 female MDs under fat loss tip # 11.\n\nhttp://www.phifoundation.org
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sorry to hear your news but my mom had it long ago & had a hysterecomy to take care of the cancer. she never had to go throgh chemo. ata ll & has been cancer free since the surgery was done back in the mid 1970's. talk to your gyno. about that please & soon.