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Menopausal vasomotor symptoms — CCFP MCQ

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HardWomen's health/OB/GYNMenopausal vasomotor symptomsCCFP

A 51-year-old with an intact uterus has troublesome vasomotor symptoms and no contraindication to menopausal hormone therapy. Which discussion is correct?

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Correct answer: CUse systemic estrogen with progestogen for endometrial protection

Explanation lettering: C = shown as A · A = shown as C · E = shown as D · D = shown as E

A is correct. Systemic estrogen requires progestogen endometrial protection in people with a uterus. B risks endometrial harm. C, D and E delay shared symptom-based care.

Reference: CMAJ: A pragmatic approach to the management of menopause: https://www.cmaj.ca/content/195/19/E677