Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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Chapter 27 - The Reproductive System - Review Questions - Page 1062: 21

Answer

There is first a decline of estrogen production. The ovarian cycles become anovulatory. The menstrual periods are inconsistent and are shorter or just stop occuring. The unforseen consequences can be a waste awat of the reproductive organs and breasts, painful intercourse, infections in the vagina, irrtability and mood swings, vasodilation, rising bone mass, and rising cholesterol levels.

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There is first a decline of estrogen production. The ovarian cycles become anovulatory. The menstrual periods are inconsistent and are shorter or just stop occuring. The unforseen consequences can be a waste awat of the reproductive organs and breasts, painful intercourse, infections in the vagina, irrtability and mood swings, vasodilation, rising bone mass, and rising cholesterol levels.
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