A 45-year-old woman who has not had a period for 15 months reports severe hot flashes and poor sleep. The nurse reviews information about hormone replacement therapy and tells this woman that hormone therapy:

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Current guidelines recommend that hormone therapy should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible, typically less than 5 years. This is due to increased risks associated with long-term use, such as breast cancer, blood clots, and stroke. Hormone therapy is not necessary to prevent osteoporosis, as there are alternative treatments available for this condition.

A 45-Year-Old Woman Who Has Not Had a Period for 15