Chemotherapy may lead to early menopause in young women with lung cancer

Wednesday, August 29, 2018 - 09:00 in Health & Medicine

A new study suggests chemotherapy may cause acute amenorrhea leading to early menopause in women with lung cancer. The study is the first to comment on amenorrhea rates in women younger than 50, concluding that women with lung cancer who desire future fertility should be educated about risks and options before starting treatment.

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