Menopause and Perimenopause

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Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems. Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.
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  Menopause: Should I use hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Actionsets help people take an active role in managing a health condition. Actionsets are designed to help people take an active role in managing a health condition.
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Author: Robin Parks, MS Last Updated: May 16, 2008
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology

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 Symptoms
 What Happens
 When to Call a Doctor
 Exams and Tests
 Treatment Overview
 Hormone Therapy: A Shift in Thinking
 Home Treatment
 Medications
 Other Treatment
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