After Menopause, Estrogen May Also Be Used to Prevent Bone

question 110

Short Answer

After menopause, estrogen may also be used to prevent bone thinning, brittleness, and ________________, or spontaneous fracturing.

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Equity Method

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Deferred Losses

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Net Operating Losses

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