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I am an MtF/trans woman. Does taking long term hormone therapy increase my risk of developing breast cancer and should I be screened at an earlier age?

If you are taking long term hormone therapy you may be at an increased risk of developing breast cancer.
 
Currently, evidence suggests that you do not need to be screened any earlier.
 
However, women on long term hormone therapy are asked to be aware of any changes to their breasts and report any changes to their GP or Practice Nurse.
 
If you are concerned about your breasts please speak to your GP or Practice Nurse.