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Does hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopause increase your risk for cancer?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most effective treatments for these symptoms, yet many women remain hesitant to try it because of fears about cancer.
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Why am I bleeding after menopause?
In this article, Nebraska Medicine OB-GYN Candace Giles, DO FACOG, explains what you need to know about post-menopausal bleeding, what causes it and when to see a doctor.
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You asked, we answered: Do women need a pelvic exam after menopause?
Question: Do women need a pelvic exam after menopause? Answer from Nebraska Medicine OB-GYN Marcela Pineda, MD.
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You asked, we answered: Do I still need to go to the gynecologist if I’ve had a hysterectomy?
Question: I had a hysterectomy – do I still need to go to the gynecologist regularly? Answer from Nebraska Medicine OB-GYN Marcela Pineda, MD.
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The truth about menopause and weight gain
For many women, midlife weight gain feels almost unavoidable. While menopause is often blamed, the answer is more nuanced.
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What is the difference between estrogen and progesterone?
Estrogen and progesterone are two key hormones made mostly by the ovaries. They play significant roles in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause.
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How to have great sex during menopause and beyond
You’ve sent us a lot of great questions about sex. Find out how to resolve common physical issues that might be getting in the way of intimacy.
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What are perimenopause symptoms, and when can they start?
Perimenopause is a period of transition that varies widely from woman to woman. The premenopausal stage typically starts around age 45 with irregularities in your menstrual cycle.
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You asked, we answered: Do I need to take estrogen and progesterone after menopause?
Do menopausal women need to take estrogen and progesterone?
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Top 7 products for menopausal women
Regardless of symptoms; treatments are available to help menopausal women feel more comfortable.
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