Dave,

Caregiver to both mom and dad, what a wonderful son you are. I'm sorry your dad didn't survive. I am also undergoing hormone therapy, but using bioidentical hormones. Perhaps you and your mom should read "The Wisdom of Menopause" by Christiane Northrup, M.D. I checked my copy out at the public library. If your mom decides to go this route, she may have to purchase the bio identical estrogen at a compounding pharmacy and it might not be covered by her medical insurance. The book also list ways to deal with osteoporosis w/o using hormones. It's really worth reading, I understand your concern with the cancer being triggered again and can't help you with info on that. Hope the books helps. PS My mother was on fosamax for her osteo, but quit after 5 years, since the literature out there is not really positive about this drug. High doses of soy protein, regular weight bearing exercises and Vitamin D are some effective ways to maintain bone density and decrease fracture risk. Good luck.

Nancy