Absolute contraindications that clinicians must consider when initiating estrogen therapy include:

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Undiagnosed dysfunctional uterine bleeding is an absolute contraindication to estrogen therapy as it may cause further uterine bleeding. Deep vein or arterial thromboemboli within the prior year is also an absolute contraindication due to the increased risk of recurrence. Endometriosis is not an absolute contraindication but may require additional monitoring and possibly a different treatment approach. Therefore, choices A and B are correct, while choice C is incorrect, making option E incorrect as well.

Absolute Contraindications That Clinicians Must Consider When Initiating Estrogen Therapy