Donna, Age 50, Is Going Through Menopause

question 42

Essay

Donna, age 50, is going through menopause. Recently, Donna has been experiencing hot flashes, cold sweats, and increased irritability. She wants to talk to her doctor about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), but she is not sure whether it is right for her. Explain research findings on the concerns over and the benefits of HRT.

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Definitions:

Obstetrics

A branch of medicine and surgery concerned with childbirth and the care of women giving birth.

Biopsy

A medical test involving the removal of tissue from a living body to examine it for disease.

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