For which patient situation will a provider select combination estrogen and progestin therapy over estrogen only therapy for management of menopausal symptoms?

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Combination estrogen and progestin therapy is typically chosen for women who have not had a hysterectomy (i.e., still have their uterus) to reduce the risk of endometrial cancer, which can be increased by estrogen alone. The other options listed do not specifically indicate the need for combination therapy over estrogen only.

For Which Patient Situation Will a Provider Select Combination Estrogen