WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 1997: Re: Hot flashes....

Re: Hot flashes....

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 28 May 1997 09:15:58 -0500 (CDT)

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At Wed, 28 May 1997, Joanne wrote: >
>Laurie,
>
>I read your post to Beth, concerning ways to deal with hot flashes,
>other than HRT.
>I too have found some relief with Evening Primrose Oil. I had also been
>drinking a soy powdered beverage daily, with great success, though it
>could be, that it's just too early yet, for the more intense hot
>flashes, since I'm only 2 weeks post op.
>Anyway, despite being told, that it was unlikely that soy could activate
>any residual endo, I stopped using it, just in case. The hot flashes and
>especially the night sweats, have definitely gotten worse. I'm going to
>resume the soy drinks, and see what happens.

Joanne, FYI, there are several articles discussing the usage of soy products in breast cancer patients for hot flashes. The safety of this food/medication/drug is not in question so use it and don't be concerned.

-- Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York Great Neck, New York http://www.obgyn.net/states/bios/marchbein.htm http://www.obgyn.net/women/heroes/harveym.htm

*Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purpose only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options.

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