Improving adherence to hormone replacement therapy with effective patient-physician communication

Article Abstract:

Effective doctor-patient communication is important to encourage postmenopausal women to continue taking hormone replacement therapy. Many women stop taking it because of side effects or because they believe it will increase their risk of cancer.

Analysis, Usage, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Patient compliance

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Role of androgens in surgical menopause

Article Abstract:

Androgens may be beneficial in women who have an early menopause because they have their ovaries and uterus removed for other reasons. Androgens are male sex hormones and they can be effective in reducing hot flashes and improving the sex drive.

Drug therapy

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Psychosexual effects of menopause: role of androgens

Article Abstract:

Androgens in combination with estrogen can correct some of the sexual problems that occur after menopause. Androgens are male sex hormones and the brain contains receptors for androgens.

Psychological aspects, Innovations

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