12 Questions
What is the main cause of endometrial cancer?
Uncontrolled growth of endometrial cells
How does unopposed estrogen increase the risk of endometrial cancer?
By causing overgrowth of the endometrial lining
What is the role of progesterone in estrogen therapy?
Counteracts the unopposed estrogen stimulation of the endometrium
Why is transdermal HRT preferred over oral HRT in terms of CVD/stroke risk?
Transdermal HRT bypasses the liver and goes straight into the bloodstream, avoiding the liver's first-pass metabolism
Why is HRT not recommended for women with a history of breast cancer?
Estrogen can stimulate the growth of breast cancer cells
What is the preferred type of HRT for women with a history of breast cancer?
Estrogen-only therapy
What is the effect of unopposed estrogen on the endometrial lining?
Overgrowth (hyperplasia)
What is the effect of progesterone on the endometrial lining?
Prevents unopposed estrogen stimulation of the endometrium
What is the main reason for increased CVD/stroke risk with oral HRT?
Metabolism in the liver triggering the coagulation cascade leading to the formation of blood clots
What is the main difference between oral and transdermal HRT?
Transdermal HRT bypasses the liver and goes straight into the bloodstream
What is the main concern with estrogen-only therapy?
Increased risk of endometrial cancer
What is the main concern with combination therapy with progesterone in women with a history of breast cancer?
Increased risk of breast cancer recurrence
Study Notes
"Reduce Your Risk of Endometrial Cancer: Test Your Knowledge on Estrogen and Progesterone Therapy" - Take our quiz to learn about the role of unopposed estrogen in causing endometrial cancer and how progesterone can help prevent it. Test your knowledge on the benefits and risks of estrogen and progesterone therapy, and discover ways to reduce your risk of developing this type of cancer. Don't wait - take the quiz now and empower yourself with knowledge for better health!
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