Managing Side Effects of Hormone Therapy For Breast Cancer | With Hindi Summary

While everyone talks of the effects of chemotherapy, the issues and side effects of hormone therapy are not talked about. From muscular aches and pains, to vaginal dryness, to mood swings and fatigue - these are some of the side effects that women on hormonal therapy struggle with.

We bring together two fearless breast cancer survivors and a breast cancer specialist to talk about the issues and the strategies and practical tips for dealing with these issues

Panelists
Tulsi Chikhal - Breast Cancer Survivor
Mamta Goenka - Breast Cancer Survivor
Dr. Vani Parmar - Surgical Oncologist, Breast Services, ACTREC,
(Tata Memorial Centre & Homi Bhabha National Institute)

The discussion was moderated by
Urvi Sabnis Dave, Breast cancer survivor
Dr. Shital Patel
Aparna Mittal

00:00 Intro
05:40 When is hormone therapy advised for breast cancer patients, and for how long
08:35 real life breast cancer patient, and was hormone therapy required? what are the side effects Summarised in Hindi
10:40 calcium supplements to prevent osteoporosis
13:58 a younger breast cancer patient Tulsi shares her experience. Summarised in Hindi
17:58 side effects of hormone therapy
19:00 side effect on mental health, becoming more angry, hot flushes
21:00 peppermint oil plus water sprayed on the face to help hot flushes
25:35 side effects vary from patient to patient, types of hormone therapy
31:37 what are the ways to minimize the side effects
33:10 does exercise, yoga, walking help in reducing pains and aches
41:30 what fertility advice for breast cancer patients

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Tulsi https://www.patientsengage.com/person...
Mamta: https://www.patientsengage.com/person...