Is bio-identical hormone therapy fact or fairy tale?
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Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is becoming more popular among women, and providers should have adequate knowledge regarding this treatment. This article reviews traditional hormone replacement therapy, BHRT, its premise, treatment options, and its overall strengths and weaknesses.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Nurse practitioner
دوره 28 7 Pt 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003