Endometriosis And Depression
- Endometriosis - Lifestyle Changes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Symptoms
Medications
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. They do not 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 a progestin mimic a pregnant state and block ovulation....
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