Thirty-five-year-old Marta is menopausal as a result of a medically necessary hysterectomy.Marta's sex drive is now significantly lower,which has caused marital problems with her husband.Her physician is likely to recommend
A) estradiol-replacement therapy.
B) Viagra.
C) estrogen-replacement therapy.
D) testosterone-replacement therapy.

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Testosterone-replacement therapy can help improve sexual desire and satisfaction in menopausal women, especially those who have had a hysterectomy. Estrogen-replacement therapy may also be considered, but it may not address the specific issue of low libido. Viagra is not indicated for women and estradiol-replacement therapy may not be appropriate for women who have had a hysterectomy without also removing their ovaries.

Thirty-Five-Year-Old Marta Is Menopausal as a Result of a Medically