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"Horrific" induced menopause after cancer tackled by Brighton clinic
2 Nov
Summary
- Medically induced menopause post-cancer treatment caused severe, abrupt symptoms.
- A new pilot clinic aims to support breast cancer patients with complex menopause.
- The clinic offers specialized care for women experiencing long-term treatment effects.
A woman described her experience of medically induced menopause after breast cancer treatment as "horrible," noting that the symptoms were severe and abrupt. Four years ago, at age 46, she began breast cancer treatment which triggered complex menopause due to the medication. Symptoms like hot flushes and joint pain occurred suddenly, with her experiencing 20 to 30 hot flushes daily after an ovarian suppressant injection.
To provide better support for patients facing these long-term effects, a pilot clinic has been launched at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. This initiative, led by Dr. Renske McFarlane, aims to manage complex menopause symptoms that often continue for years after initial cancer treatment. The clinic offers specialized care for women referred by their medical teams, with plans to expand the service across Sussex.
