tamoxifen/birth control

Hi--I was diagnosed with bc two years ago at age 50.  At that time had not had any symptoms of menopause.  Had lumpectomy and 4 rounds of AC.  During the chemo, my periods ceased and have not returned and had horrible hot flashes.  Am on tamoxifen for another 3 years.  My question-since periods have not returned and considering my age, do I have to worry about birth contol?
Thanks in advance for your answer.

[CCF-RN,MSN-JS]

Dear vermontgirl, The closer you are to natural menopause the more likely that menopause caused by chemotherapy will be permanent (no return of mentrual periods).  If it has been a full year since the chemotherapy without a return of your periods you are menopausal.

[vermontgirl]

Yahoo!  Thankyou.

[HAPPENSTANCE]

Your question is my question. I just finished taking Tamoxifen in January for 5 years. My periods too have stopped. I suppose it is a wait and see to find out if it will return. I will be turning the big 5-0 this Nov. THE BEST TO YOU.....HAPPENSTANCE