Most menopausal women require no treatment. Despite controlled trial data showing risks from menopausal hormone treatment, three conditions benefit from ovarian hormone therapy: early menopause, severe vasomotor symptoms with osteoporosis, and sleep-disturbing night sweats.
The diagnosis and management of cervical cancer in the older patient presents important challenges to the geriatrician and oncologist.
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The increase in male life expectancy has raised concerns about the impact of aging on the male reproductive system.