Test Your Knowledge on Reducing Endometrial Cancer Risk with Estrogen and Proges...
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What is the main cause of endometrial cancer?

  • Estrogen therapy
  • Progesterone deficiency
  • Blood clot formation
  • Uncontrolled growth of endometrial cells (correct)
  • How does unopposed estrogen increase the risk of endometrial cancer?

  • By causing overgrowth of the endometrial lining (correct)
  • By reducing the size of the endometrial lining
  • By preventing the growth of endometrial cells
  • By causing abnormal cell division in the liver
  • What is the role of progesterone in estrogen therapy?

  • Stimulates the growth of breast cancer cells
  • Counteracts the unopposed estrogen stimulation of the endometrium (correct)
  • Reduces the risk of blood clot formation
  • Increases the risk of endometrial cancer
  • Why is transdermal HRT preferred over oral HRT in terms of CVD/stroke risk?

    <p>Transdermal HRT bypasses the liver and goes straight into the bloodstream, avoiding the liver's first-pass metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is HRT not recommended for women with a history of breast cancer?

    <p>Estrogen can stimulate the growth of breast cancer cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred type of HRT for women with a history of breast cancer?

    <p>Estrogen-only therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of unopposed estrogen on the endometrial lining?

    <p>Overgrowth (hyperplasia)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of progesterone on the endometrial lining?

    <p>Prevents unopposed estrogen stimulation of the endometrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for increased CVD/stroke risk with oral HRT?

    <p>Metabolism in the liver triggering the coagulation cascade leading to the formation of blood clots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between oral and transdermal HRT?

    <p>Transdermal HRT bypasses the liver and goes straight into the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern with estrogen-only therapy?

    <p>Increased risk of endometrial cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concern with combination therapy with progesterone in women with a history of breast cancer?

    <p>Increased risk of breast cancer recurrence</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    "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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