Whether you should take HRT depends on your overall individual risk of developing breast cancer.
According to one 2021 review, people who were considered low risk before starting HRT for menopausal symptoms had less than a 3% chance of developing breast cancer within 5 years.
However, researchers don’t recommend HRT if you’re at a high risk of developing breast cancer. A doctor can help you assess the benefits and risks of taking hormones for menopausal symptom relief.