Confessions of a Male Gynecologist
Estrogen has many protective effects, from bone and heart health to thyroid function and sexual motivation.
I can't tell you how often I’ve put a woman on estrogen only to return, saying she felt better for a couple of weeks but decided to stop the medication. Why? Because her friends told her that estrogen causes breast cancer.
This narrative is spreading like wildfire, and it’s frankly misogynistic. Why should women have to suffer the life-altering adverse effects of low estrogen when they have an alternative? How can you say across the board that no one should use this treatment when it has improved the lives of so many people?
We’ve already done a couple of episodes on estrogen, and today I’m diving in again to get the message across that estrogen should not be feared. While it may not be for everyone, every woman suffering the effects of low estrogen deserves to make a well-informed decision about their treatment.
In this episode, I’m sharing how the “estrogen causes breast cancer” myth started, the crucial roles of estrogen in your body, why many menopausal women experience a significant improvement in quality of life with bioidentical hormone therapy, estrogen alternatives you can consider, and more. Enjoy the episode!
Highlights
Why women shouldn’t be afraid of estrogen causing cancer
What you need to know about the Women's Health Initiative study
The many vital roles of estradiol in your body
We shouldn’t force women to suffer the negative effects of estrogen deprivation for decades
How estrogen impacts the thyroid
The potentially protective effects of estrogen against heart disease
Risk factors associated with breast cancer
Questions to ask people pushing a no-estrogen narrative
Why you need to combine estrogen and progesterone
The critical importance of vetting your sources before making a decision
Making informed decisions about your health
Supplements that can help with symptoms of low estrogen
Mentioned in this episode
Confessions of a Male Gynecologist | Episode 10: Estradiol, Estrone, And Estriol - OH MY: Estrogen 101 https://tassonemd.com/podcast-10/
Confessions of a Male Gynecologist | Episode 12: Does Estrogen Cause Breast Cancer? https://tassonemd.com/podcast-12/
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Resources
Dr. Tassone's Practice https://www.drshawntassone.com/
The Hormone Balance Bible https://tassonemd.com/hormone-balance-bible/
Hormone Archetype Quiz https://tassonemd.lpages.co/hormonearchetypequiz/
Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.