Prolonged Use of Estrogen Hormone Replacement Has Been Linked with Increased

question 2

Multiple Choice

Prolonged use of estrogen hormone replacement has been linked with increased rates of what type of cancer?

• A) ovarian cancer
• B) breast cancer
• C) lung cancer
• D) pancreatic cancer

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Definitions:

Vasodilation

The widening of the muscular wall of an artery to decrease blood pressure.

Blood Coagulation

The process by which blood changes from a liquid to a gel, forming a clot to stop bleeding.

Anemia

A condition in which there is an insufficient number of red blood cells or hemoglobin, leading to reduced oxygen transport in the body.

Iron Deficiency

A condition resulting from too little iron in the body, which can lead to anemia, characterized by fatigue and weakness.