Chapter 20, Problem 30RA

Summary Introduction

To review:

The following:

1. The endocrine changes occurring at menopause along with their consequences.

2. The benefits and risks associated with hormone replacement therapy.

Introduction:

The various physiological processes in the body are regulated through different processes. The endocrine secretions exert variable effects on their target cells and tissues. The endocrine glands release their secretions directly in the blood stream. Examples of such secretions include estrogen, progesterone, growth hormone, insulin and so on.