Question

Of the following, which is the best reason for why a woman's risk for cardiovascular disease increases after menopause?

Answer 1

The best reason for the increased risk of cardiovascular diseases in women after menopause is the significant decrease in the levels of Estrogen in the body.

Detailed answer:

• Due to the approach of menopause the estrogen levels in the blood decrease drastically.
• Estrogen helps in relaxing the vessels and keeping them in their natural diameter.
• But due to a drastic decrease in its level due to menopause, there is a high chance of cholesterol building up on the walls of the artery in the heart, which can cause many cardiovascular diseases.