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hypoestrogenism

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hypoestrogenism (hī´pōes´trō-jenizm),
n a diminished production of estrogenic substances by the ovaries, such as that which occurs during menopause. May produce desquamative lesions on the oral mucosa. See also gingivitis, desquamative.

hypoestrogenism
hypoestrinism.


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It is well known that hypoestrogenism has deleterious effects on endothelial function and cardiovascular health in postmenopausal women (Lieberman et al.
Depomedroxyprogesterone-induced hypoestrogenism and changes in vaginal flora and epithelium.
Manifestations of hypoestrogenism on bone include an increased incidence of osteopenia, scoliosis, stress fractures, and lower peak bone mass.
 
 
 
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