Hormone therapy for cancer

Some cancers use hormones to grow or develop. Hormone therapy works by blocking or lowering the amount of these hormones.

Side effects of hormone therapy in men

The side effects you might have depend on the type of hormone therapy that you are having. They usually settle down after a few weeks or months.

Side effects of hormone therapy in women

Many women find that the side effects are often worse at the start of treatment. They usually settle down after a few weeks or months.

Last reviewed: 
27 Feb 2024
Next review due: 
26 Feb 2027