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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Nina Massey

Taking oestrogen pills for menopause ‘may increase risk of high blood pressure’

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Women taking hormone pills to combat the symptoms of menopause may have increased risk of high blood pressure, a new study suggests.

A study found that oral oestrogen was associated with a 14% higher risk of high blood pressure compared with oestrogen creams, and a 19% greater risk of high blood pressure compared with vaginal oestrogen creams or suppositories.

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