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Estrace and arthritis
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Estrace and arthritis
by Mandy263, Jun 18, 2009 07:37AM
I have been taking Estrace for 9 years. I am in the process of a 3 month weaning off process. Could coming off Estrace have an effect on my Osteoarthritis? It seems worse since I began the weaning process about a month and a half ago.
Age
:
58
Sex
:
Female
Weight
:
134
Current Medications
:
Estrace
Calcium with Vitamin D
1 full strength aspirin/day
Calcium with Vitamin D
1 full strength aspirin/day
Drug Allergies
:
None known
Doctor's Answer
by Liz C, RPh, Jun 19, 2009 07:35AM
, Jun 19, 2009 07:35AM
Estrogen does help to keep the bones strong during menopause. Therefore by weaning off the Estrace you may notice some bone weakening and more osteoarthritis pain. I would recommend letting your doctor know.
