Same here. I was on estrogen for 26 years after removal of cervix and ovaries in my late 30’s. The doctors just told me to stop taking it, but they didn’t help me do. Originally I quit cold turkey but I was sick and couldn’t get off the couch. I had all the symptoms…nausea, headaches, extreme fatigue, joint pain. I couldn’t function.i decided to go back on since I still had tablets and wean myself off slowly. Doing it that way helped, but I still wanted to feel better. Eventually I got off completely. Next was the side effects of Arimidex, the estrogen blocker. I felt horrible again. Originally I thought why do i need this if I don’t have ovaries but found out that estrogen can be produced by the adrenal gland and others I guess. Anyway, no, no doctor is going to prescribe estrogen, but, I have done something else that has helped. But, part of it is still a risk. I was told my cancer (stage 1) had a 4% chance of recurrance if I take the drug, if I don’t take it I have less than 8% of recurrance. Also, the long term side effects are awful. So, for me, I quit taking it. However, I also am cleaning up my body, making the environment inside my body less conducive for cancer and the side effects are that I feel great. I started by getting completely off sugar, including any kind of simple carbs like bread and pasta. I took my time and gave myself grace. Next I got off caffeine, then started eating lots more vegetables at every meal, including breakfast. For me, I’m not eating meat or dairy either. I take lots of supplements. I think they help but even if they don’t, they are clean and no bad side effects. I drink a protein shake for breakfast. I also heard about DHEA, but hr+ shouldn’t take this, but I still do. Do your own research and make the decision that’s best for you. I question myself every day, but I’m back to running and biking, and have the energy to exercise at 5 am, work all day, and walk/run with friends after work. I’m happier and feel more like myself. I’m risking recurrance I know, but I’d rather not live the rest of my life on the couch.