A Recent Review of the Management of Postmenopausal Symptoms in Breast Cancer Survivors

Author: Chaewon KIM ¹ ; Yoojin NA ; Sanghee LEE ; Jung Yoon PARK ; Youn-Jee CHUNG ; Jaeyen SONG ; Mee-Ran KIM
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1. Division of Reproductive Endocrinology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
Publication Type:REVIEW ARTICLE
From:Journal of Menopausal Medicine 2023;29(3):85-91
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: The treatment strategy for postmenopausal symptoms resulting from estrogen deficiency in breast cancer survivors receiving endocrine therapy should differ from that in normal women. Several nonhormonal pharmacological therapies can be used to treat vasomotor symptoms. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can help alleviate psychophysiological symptoms, including depression and sleep disorders.Topical vaginal estrogen and moisturizers may aid in treating genitourinary symptoms. Additionally, chronic conditions must be individually managed. Prevention of osteoporosis should always be included in the management, and physicians should be alert to possible cardiovascular risk and cognitive function changes.