10 Questions
Which symptoms can be treated with hormone replacement therapy?
Hot flashes and vaginal dryness
What are the main hormone drugs used in HRT?
Estrogens and progestogens
Why is progestogen added to estrogen regimens in HRT?
To avoid the risk of endometrial cancer
What is the main female sex hormone that occurs naturally?
Progesterone
What is one of the risks associated with unopposed estrogen therapy?
Increased risk of endometrial cancer
True or false: Hormone replacement therapy is used to treat symptoms associated with male menopause.
False
True or false: Estrogens and progestogens are the only types of hormones used in HRT.
True
True or false: Unopposed estrogen therapy decreases the risk of endometrial cancer.
False
True or false: Hormone replacement therapy can help prevent accelerated skin aging.
True
True or false: Progestogen is added to estrogen regimens in HRT to avoid the risk of bone loss.
False
Test your knowledge on Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and its role in treating menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal atrophy, and bone loss.
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