What 5,000 Women Have Taught Me About Breast Health, Cancer, and Estradiol By Dr. Carrozzella Part I – The Fear: “Won’t Estrogen Give Me Breast Cancer?” If you are a middle-aged woman, you have almost certainly heard some version of this sentence: “I’d love to feel better, but I’m not taking hormones. Estrogen causes breast…
“I can’t believe it. I’ve been saying this for over 15 years.” That’s Dr. Carrozzella’s reaction when he heard the news on November 10, 2025. After more than two decades of fighting against misleading warnings and medical groupthink, the FDA finally admitted what he’s known all along. Hormone replacement therapy is safe. It’s effective. And…
You finally took the leap and started hormone replacement therapy. The hot flashes have calmed down, your energy is returning, and you’re sleeping through the night again. But there’s one lingering problem that’s driving you crazy: your breasts are constantly sore and tender. Sound familiar? You’re definitely not alone. If you’re wondering, “Why are my…