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Cancer, Antidepressants and CT Scans

by James on 9 February 2010

Is the cure worse than the disease?  A couple of recent studies have raised questions about the antidepressant paroxetine, and about CT scans (particularly for children).
Taking Paxil or Seroxat with tamoxifen
The first study investigated those who were taking tamoxifen (ie Nolvadex, Istubal, Valodex) for breast cancer, along with various antidepressants.  Many antidepressants are taken [...]

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Does Migraine slash Breast Cancer risk?

by James on 11 November 2008

What, is this good news for migraine sufferers?  A recent report suggests that women with migraine have a lower risk of breast cancer.  Should we throw a migraine party?
Here are the details:  Researchers looked at two studies of almost 3,500 post menopausal women (aged 55 to 79 years old) from around Seattle, USA.  Migraine was [...]

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