What is the most accurate statement regarding the timing of starting menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: The benefit-to-risk ratio is most favourable within 10 years of menopause
Guidelines indicate that initiating hormone therapy in women under ~60 years or within 10 years of menopause tends to yield more favourable benefits versus risks.
Keep practicing
More Hormone Replacement Therapy questions
- What is not expected to be assessed by the provider prior to initiating hormone replacement therapy?
- What hormone replacement regimen does a woman with a hysterectomy only need if symptomatic for menopause?
- Which route of estrogen administration is preferred for a woman with increased risk of venous thromboembolism?
- What is the next best action if a 52-year-old woman on hormone replacement reports new-onset irregular vaginal bleeding?
- What do current guidelines recommend regarding hormone therapy for a woman seeking it primarily for osteoporosis prevention?
- What is the recommended approach for treating central hypothyroidism (due to pituitary deficiency)?