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What is the most reliable indicator of ovarian function in pre-menopausal women?
What is the most reliable indicator of ovarian function in pre-menopausal women?
- Measuring inhibin secretion levels
- A careful menstrual history (correct)
- Measuring gonadotrophins and oestrogen levels
- Measuring plasma progesterone levels during the luteal phase
What is the average age of menopause in high-income countries?
What is the average age of menopause in high-income countries?
- 45 years
- 55 years
- 50 years (correct)
- 60 years
What is the term for the 5-year period preceding menopause, characterized by a gradual increase in anovulatory cycles?
What is the term for the 5-year period preceding menopause, characterized by a gradual increase in anovulatory cycles?
- Perimenopause
- Climacteric (correct)
- Oestrogen deficiency
- Menopause
What happens to oestrogen and inhibin secretion during the climacteric?
What happens to oestrogen and inhibin secretion during the climacteric?
What is the typical result of negative feedback on pituitary secretion of LH and FSH during the climacteric?
What is the typical result of negative feedback on pituitary secretion of LH and FSH during the climacteric?
What is the typical age range for continues HRT in patients with premature menopause?
What is the typical age range for continues HRT in patients with premature menopause?
What is a common symptom of oestrogen deficiency in women?
What is a common symptom of oestrogen deficiency in women?
What is a common feature of both hypo- and hypergonadotrophic hypogonadism?
What is a common feature of both hypo- and hypergonadotrophic hypogonadism?
What is a potential cause of mild hypogonadism in older men?
What is a potential cause of mild hypogonadism in older men?
What is the typical investigation to confirm male hypogonadism?
What is the typical investigation to confirm male hypogonadism?
Why is testosterone measurement increasingly trending in older men?
Why is testosterone measurement increasingly trending in older men?
What is the recommended management approach for women with functional amenorrhoea due to excessive exercise and low weight?
What is the recommended management approach for women with functional amenorrhoea due to excessive exercise and low weight?
In women who have had a hysterectomy, what type of hormone therapy is typically recommended?
In women who have had a hysterectomy, what type of hormone therapy is typically recommended?
What is the risk associated with unopposed oestrogen therapy in women with a uterus?
What is the risk associated with unopposed oestrogen therapy in women with a uterus?
Which hormone therapy regimen involves giving oestrogen on days 1–21 and progestogen on days 14–21 of the cycle?
Which hormone therapy regimen involves giving oestrogen on days 1–21 and progestogen on days 14–21 of the cycle?
What are some of the concerns regarding high-dose oral or transdermal hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
What are some of the concerns regarding high-dose oral or transdermal hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?
What are the known benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in post-menopausal women?
What are the known benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) in post-menopausal women?
