HRT Flashcards
1
Q
benefits of HRT
A
reduction in vasomotor symptoms
improved mood
improved urogenital symptoms (vaginal atrophy, urinary frequency, dryness, sexual dysfunction)
-reduced osteoporosis risk
2
Q
risks of HRT
A
- thromboembolic disease: 2-3x with oral HRT.
- stroke
- breast and endometrial cancer. still contentious
- gallbladder disease