18 Questions
What is the clinical presentation of menopause?
Hot flashes/flushes, night sweats, anxiety, depression, genital dryness
At what age does the onset of menopause usually occur?
Around 51 years
What are the goals of menopause treatment as mentioned in the text?
To relieve symptoms, improve quality of life, and minimize medication adverse effects
How should the general treatment approach for menopause be according to the text?
Individualized treatment based on symptoms, quality of life goals, medical, social, and family history
What is not mentioned as a symptom of menopause in the text?
Chest tightness
What is considered the most effective therapy for managing vasomotor symptoms in menopause?
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Which type of therapy should be used for the shortest duration during menopause treatment?
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Which medication is specifically mentioned as a non-hormonal therapy for menopause treatment?
Paroxetine (Brisdelle®)
Which type of therapy is known to improve other menopause symptoms for vasomotor symptoms?
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Which therapy should be used at the lowest dose among the options listed?
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Which therapy category includes medications like Ospemifene and Bazedoxifene for menopause treatment?
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs)
Transdermal estrogen is more effective than PO(by mouth) estrogen in improving sexual function
True
If a patient is taking a HRT with a uterus intact, must add progesterone to prevent any risk of cancer
True
Transdermal (estrogens)is a good option for menopause in patients with compliance issues
True
What drug is Approved by the FDA to treat moderate and severe vasomotor systems and osteoporosis prevention?
Bazedoxifene
What drug is approved by the FDA to treat moderate to severe dyspreunia from manupausal vulvar and vaginal atrophy
Ospemifene
What 3rd Generation SERM that increases the risk of stroke and VTE?
Ospemifene
SSRI treatment that is approved for treatment of moderate to severe hot flashes associated with menopause?
Paroxetine (Brisdelle)
Learn about the risk/benefits of treating menopausal symptoms, explore alternative management options, and design treatment regimens for postmenopausal women. Understand the clinical presentation and onset age of menopause.
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