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Health Encyclopedia: Endometriosis Medications

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The basic approach in hormonal treatments for endometriosis is to block production of female hormones (estrogen and progesterone) or to prevent ovulation. Hormonal drugs are used for pain relief only. None have been proven to improve fertility rates and in some cases may delay conception. Specific hormonal drugs may have different effects for women with endometriosis.

Inducing Pseudopregnancy: Oral contraceptives that contain estrogen and progestins mimic a pregnant state and block ovu...

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Migraine and Headache Pain: Do Hospitals Have To Treat It?

...Migraine attack, severe headache, or other pain, if you are not asked to assess your pain, volunteer the information. Tell the person checking your vital signs or the person you're seeing for... Read more »

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...probably have many questions. That’s normal. And that’s why we have compiled the most in-depth information and best resources available on this serious condition. We can help you take the... Read more »

Treatment Agreements: What You Need to Know Before Signing

...one pharmacy, which you must name, and give your consent for the physician and pharmacist to exchange information about you. This is because abusers sometimes try to obtain prescriptions from... Read more »

Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Medications

...common side effects of L-dopa treatment are augmentation and rebound. (See side effects section for more information.) Many studies report that augmentation (worsening of symptoms earlier in the... Read more »

Type 1 Diabetes

...Americans, by offering greater protection than ACE inhibitors or CCBS in preventing strokes.[For more information, see In-Depth Report #14: High blood pressure.]Improving Cholesterol and Lipid... Read more »

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