Menopause & Lung Cancer: Part of Your Care, Not an Afterthought | Dr. Narjust Florez

Is it menopause... or the cancer treatment? Brain fog, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, joint pain, mood changes, sleep problems... many of these symptoms can be caused by menopause, lung cancer treatment, or both. So how can women tell the difference? Dr. Narjust Florez, thoracic oncologist and co-director of the Young Lung Cancer Program at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Taryn join YLCI's Leah for an evidence-based conversation about navigating perimenopause and menopause during and after lung cancer treatment. This episode covers: ✔️ How to tell whether symptoms are menopause, cancer treatment, or both ✔️ Why young women with lung cancer can experience early menopause ✔️ Hormone testing and when it may be helpful ✔️ Is hormone replacement therapy safe after a lung cancer diagnosis? ✔️ Vaginal estrogen, hot flashes, and non-hormonal treatment options ✔️ Finding a menopause specialist who understands cancer care ✔️ Protecting bone health, heart health, skin, hair, and sexual health ✔️ Acupuncture, exercise, and other evidence-based supportive care ✔️ Why you don't have to suffer through menopause alone ⏱️ Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:36 Menopause or Cancer Treatment? 2:45 Hormone Replacement Therapy 6:03 Finding a Menopause Specialist 7:43 Feeling Like Yourself Again 11:58 Wellness Clinics & Hormones 14:01 Hormone Testing 15:03 Long-Term Health After Menopause 17:47 Final Advice 🔗 Young Lung Cancer Program at Dana-Farber: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/cancer-care-programs/young-lung-cancer-program 🔗 YLCI Resource Directory: https://ylci.org/resource-directory/ 🤍 Young Lung Cancer Initiative | https://ylci.orgMedical disclaimer: All content on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your oncologist or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health or treatment.