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What is the definition of menopause?
What is the definition of postmenopause?
What is the definition of perimenopause?
What is the number of consecutive months without a period required to define postmenopause?
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What is the title of the chapter in Pharmacotherapy: a pathophysiologic approach that discusses hormone therapy in women?
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What is the name of the organization that provides guidelines for the diagnosis and management of menopause?
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What is the recommended first-line therapy for patients without VMS?
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Why may women using high doses of topical estrogen products require intermittent treatment?
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What is the benefit of using estradiol in the form of a vaginal tablet or ring?
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What is the condition that affects millions of women and is associated with a high incidence of morbidity and mortality and decreased QOL?
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What was the first RCT to demonstrate a reduction in total fractures?
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What was the only vaginal ring indicated for VMS?
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Which hormone stimulates the anterior pituitary to secrete FSH and LH?
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What happens to FSH levels during menopause?
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What is the primary goal of menopause treatment?
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What is a long-term symptom of menopause?
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What is the diagnostic criterion for menopause?
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What is the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms and vulvovaginal atrophy?
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What should women do when considering therapies for menopause?
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What is the mechanism of action of SERMs in different tissues?
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What is the benefit of SERMs in terms of bone health?
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What is the approved indication for ospemifene (Osphena) 60mg PO?
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What is the first-line therapy for the relief of moderate to severe VMS and vulvovaginal atrophy?
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What is recommended for women with a uterus taking ospemifene?
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What should be explained to women who are stopping HRT?
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What is the recommended frequency for reassessing women for symptoms after stopping HRT?
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What should be checked in a patient taking HT who remains symptomatic?
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Why may the dose of oestrogen in HRT need to be adjusted?
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What should be encouraged in women taking HRT?
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What should be monitored in a patient taking HRT?
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