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Description: o Menopause - Permanent cessation of menses - Lack of estrogen secretion by the ovaries o HRT common over last 50 years 0 Supplies physiological doses of estrogen, to treat unpleasant symptoms of menopause and prevent long-term consequences of estrogen loss o Concerns - Increased risk of coronary artery disease - Stroke - Venous thromboembolism o Women are now encouraged to discuss alternatives with their healthcare providers Picture Stats: Views: 251 Filesize: 56.39kB Height: 500 Width: 635 Source: https://biology-forums.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=37654 |