Question

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tabitha is 55 - years old and appears to be experiencing several changes. for instance, she has a lower sex drive and a decreased energy level overall. further, she has hot flashes, trouble sleeping, joint pains, and fewer and lighter periods. what is most likely causing these changes in tabitha?
o decreased testosterone production
o decreased estrogen production
o excess testosterone production
o excess estrogen production

Explanation:

Tabitha is 55 - year - old, which is around the age of menopause. Menopause is associated with decreased estrogen production. Symptoms like lower sex drive, decreased energy, hot flashes, trouble sleeping, joint pains, and changes in menstruation (fewer and lighter periods) are typical of menopause (caused by decreased estrogen). Testosterone is more relevant in males for primary sexual characteristics. Excess estrogen would not cause these symptoms. Excess testosterone in females would cause different symptoms like hirsutism (excessive hair growth), acne etc.

Answer:

decreased estrogen production