FSH Levels Prospectively Identify Women at Risk for Perimenopausal Bone Loss
Follicle-stimulating hormone levels may independently predict ongoing or imminent bone loss during the menopausal transition.
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Effects of Estrogen-Only Treatment in Women With Prior Hysterectomy
For women aged 50 to 59 years with a history of bilateral oophorectomy, estrogen therapy may have beneficial effects in the long-term.
Effect of Hormone Therapy on Muscle Mass in Postmenopausal Women
Although use of hormone therapy can have some protective effect on muscle mass in postmenopausal women, the benefit is small in the general population.
Type and Timing of Menopausal Hormone Therapy May Affect Breast Cancer Risk
Use of menopausal hormonal therapy for 5 years around the start of menopause may be associated with increased risk for breast cancer.
Family History of Diabetes Linked to Higher BMD in Postmenopausal Women
A first-degree family history of diabetes was linked to increased bone mineral density in normoglycemic postmenopausal women.
Bremelanotide Now Available to Treat Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Vyleesi (bremelanotide injection; AMAG Pharmaceuticals) is now commercially available through specialty pharmacies, Avella and BioPlus.
Central Obesity: A Better Predictor for Coronary Artery Disease Than BMI
Compared with body mass index, waist circumference is a better indicator for obstructive coronary artery disease risk in postmenopausal women.
Type 2 Diabetes Linked to Sleep Disturbances in Midlife Women
Midlife women with type 2 diabetes have more severe sleep disturbances than those without diabetes.
Bone Loss Likely After Prophylactic Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
Premenopausal women who undergo prophylactic bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy are especially prone to postoperative bone loss, which may be mitigated by hormone replacement therapy.
Estrogen Preparations Have Varying Effects on Heart Fat Accumulation in Early Menopausal Women
Exogenous estrogen preparations may have different effects on heart fat accumulation and development of coronary artery calcification in early menopausal women.
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