Hormonal Therapy in Gynecology PDF
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Alzaiem Alazhari University
Dr. Alamin Babeker
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This document provides an overview of hormonal therapy in gynecology. It discusses various aspects such as menopause, contraception, and replacement therapy. The presentation also highlights the importance of treatment adherence and reviews potential risks.
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Hormonal Therapy in Gynecology Dr. Alamin Babeker âš« hormones are used therapeutically in replacement therapy, for contraception, and in management of menopausal symptoms. âš« HT should be prescribed at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time âš«What...
Hormonal Therapy in Gynecology Dr. Alamin Babeker âš« hormones are used therapeutically in replacement therapy, for contraception, and in management of menopausal symptoms. âš« HT should be prescribed at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time âš«What is Menopause ? âš« Menopause is the permanent cessation of menstruation (conformation of this made retrospectively after 1 year of amenorrhea). âš« Average age 51 âš« 95% 45-55 years of age Premature Menopause âš« Menopause 6mnths/ after amenorrhoea requires Ix) âš« Importance of adherence with treatment âš« Remind peri-menopausal women that HRT is not a contraceptive âš« No evidence that HRT causes weight gain Risks (over 5 years) âš« Breast cancer âš«
