Approximately twenty-eight studies have looked at the relationships between oestrogen replacement in the form of oestradiol or conjugated oestrogens (such as Premarin), and, through a statistical test known as metanalysis, they have suggested that oestrogen replacement therapy is associated with an increase in the risk of breast cancer ranging from 1 to 30 per cent.
A. 
True
B. 
False
2.
There are a number of ways in which menopausal women can accomplish symptom relief, maintain a healthy heart, and keep their ______ strong without conventional oestrogen replacement if they are motivated to do so.
A. 
Bones
B. 
Body
3.
All women on oestrogen replacement who have a uterus need a progestogen to counteract the possible excess build-up of tissue that oestrogen may cause in the uterus.
A. 
True
B. 
False
4.
Being on HRT for a number of years and you now have decided to get off it, you should do this over a one- month period to allow your body time to readjust.
A. 
True
B. 
False
5.
Menopausal women need extra ______ and extra calcium: a new diet where these needs can be met as much as possible from natural sources is a great lift in itself, the body needs to be nourished.