Question

A 48-year-old woman has hot flushes and irregular periods; last period 8 months ago. She seeks relief; no contraindications to HRT. What is appropriate initial regimen?

Accepted Answer

Combined sequential (cyclical) HRT

Answer

Oestrogen-only HRT patch

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Combined continuous HRT

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Progestogen-only pill

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SSRI only for symptoms

Practice question

A 48-year-old woman has hot flushes and irregular periods; last period 8 months ago. She seeks relief; no contraindications to HRT. What is appropriate initial regimen?