Hi everyone,
I’m looking to hear from anyone who has experience with hormone therapy in a situation similar to mine. I’m 29 and have had two cancer diagnoses, with my last treatment ending in April 2025.
I have a Factor V Leiden mutation and a history of pulmonary embolism. After two lymphoma treatments (including high-dose chemo during the second round and a stem cell transplant), I haven’t had my period for over a year, it was medically stopped in December 2024.
My doctor says Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) could still be possible, but it’s more complicated due to the clotting risk. I’m not allowed to take estrogen orally, only transdermal (spray or gel), and at the lowest effective dose for the shortest time necessary. Also I am wandering if while doing this HRT, I should not take any anticoagulants.
Has anyone here been in a similar situation, Factor V Leiden, no period for a long time after cancer treatment, and trying to figure out if/how to do Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)? I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences or what your doctors recommended.
Thanks a lot 🙏