What do current guidelines recommend regarding hormone therapy for a woman seeking it primarily for osteoporosis prevention?
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Correct answer: Offer it only if symptomatic, after individualised risk-benefit discussion
Hormone therapy is best considered for symptomatic relief; its use solely for chronic disease prevention (e.g., osteoporosis, dementia) is not routinely recommended without symptoms.
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