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HRT and Neurofibromatosis

HRT and Neurofibromatosis

I am a 44 year old women who is Perimenopausal. I also have NF1. Is taking HRT with NF1 dangerous? I am currently treating Hot flashes with Soy capsule. I heard that takinng HRT can cause the progression of my NF1. Please advise. Thanks
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There have been some research studies looking to see if estrogen binds to neurofibromas, and they have found a small amount of estrogen receptors on the tumors. This means that theoretically estrogen could cause the neurofibroma to grow or get worse. Our pediatric neurologist does not recommend HRT in women with NF1 and I would have to agree. Continue the soy for now.
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