genitourinary syndrome of menopause

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genitourinary syndrome of menopause

physiology

Also known as: GSM

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menopausal hormone therapy
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…is also effective in managing genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), a condition characterized by vaginal dryness, irritation, urinary urgency, and discomfort during sexual intercourse. In addition, hormone therapy may help prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) and reduce the risk of osteoporotic fractures in individuals at elevated risk. In some cases, MHT
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…is also effective in managing genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), a condition characterized by vaginal dryness, irritation, urinary urgency, and discomfort during sexual intercourse. In addition, hormone therapy may help prevent osteoporosis (bone loss) and reduce the risk of osteoporotic fractures in individuals at elevated risk. In some cases, MHT
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