Episode 194 - The Double Whammy: When Cancer Means Coming Off HRT

Being diagnosed with cancer is life-changing. But being told you have to stop HRT too? It’s a double whammy that can leave you feeling lost, frightened, and unsure where to turn.In this episode, I speak with Sarah and Laura - two women who’ve lived through that moment. Laura is six months on, and Sarah is a year into life without HRT. They share their feelings on what it feels like, how they’ve coped, and what they’ve learned along the way.This conversation isn’t about what’s right or wrong - it is my hope that you will be able to reflect a little on what has happed to you, or learn how a loved one or patient may experience this double whammy of a situation.HRT can be transformative, even life-saving. So when it’s suddenly taken away, the grief and worry are real. With over 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer worldwide every year, thousands will face this same painful dilemma. And currently, there is ZERO support!I am so proud, that at Menopause and Cancer, we are the only organisation dedicated solely to supporting people through the menopause after cancer. Our mission is to make sure no one is left without options, guidance, or hope. Unsure where to start?Tune into podcast episode 178 - Stopping HRT: The Side Effect I Wasn’t Ready For - with Dr TalaulikarAnd buy a copy of Dani’s book Navigating Menopause After Cancer: https://amzn.eu/d/6Bw8zmTEpisode Highlights:00:00 Intro08:54 HRT Discussions After Breast Cancer17:39 Navigating HRT and Cancer Diagnosis25:19 Struggles with Cancer Treatment Decisions32:26 "Cancer, Menopause, and Recovery"42:11 "HRT Journey and Adjustments"47:42 "Ongoing Management of Menopause"54:10 Navigating Life Without HRT01:00:53 Support After Cancer JourneyConnect with us:For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerFind us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBbJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub Mentioned in this episode:Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/