Some Herbs Not For Breast Cancer

Women with existing or previous breast cancer or who are taking the anti-estrogenic drug tamoxifen should not self-prescribe alternative medicines for menopausal symptoms. This group of women often experience early menopause due to the effects of cancer treatment. Herbs and supplements are often viewed as a safe option to hormone replacement therapy (HRT). However, this may increase the risk of cancer recurrence. Read the story.