Post chemo hormone treatment

Hello my wife has been receiving treatment to prevent her menstrual cycle beginning again after breast cancer treatment (chemo) brought on the early onset of menopause. She has recently had a period, this 9 months after her last chemo treatment. Can the periods return even after treatment to prevent it?

  • Hello and thanks for posting,

    Yes this can happen. It is more likely in women who are younger, and not around the age of the normal menopause timeframe.

    If she is concerned, then her GP or hospital team could discuss this with her.

    I hope this helps,

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Yours sincerely,

    Vanda