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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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Expert & Community Posts

Snake Oil Supplements

By David Mendosa , Health Expert

Raise your right hand if you don't take any herbal supplements. Gee, I don't see any hands, and... Read more »

Medical Oncologist's Response to Luteinizing Hormone-Releasing Hormone (LH-RH) Agonist Study

By Alvaro Pereira-Rico, MD , Health Expert

...yesterday an interesting summary of a Lancet study on luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone... Read more »

Ask the Expert: Are Androgel and My Supplement Safe?

By Jay Motola , Health Expert

...extract- Zinc- Selenium- Nettle Extract- Lycopene- Lutein Is there a chance that any of... Read more »

Weighing In: Why should I visit my local farmers market?

By Heather Reese , Health Expert

...and other green fruits and vegetables are rich in lutein and indoles, which help promote strong... Read more »

Nutrition 101- Fruits and Vegetables

By The HealthGal , Health Expert

...phytonutrients go beyond just antioxidant activity. Think lutein and eye health (prevents... Read more »

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Health Guide

Infertility In Women: Medications

...possible overproduction of follicles. Such evaluation should then be conducted every 1 - 2 days and dosages adjusted accordingly.GnRH analogs are used to prevent a premature release of LH hormone... Read more »

Menstrual Disorders: Medications

...contraceptive that only uses progestin, although they may be less or more severe depending on the form and dosage of the contraceptive. Side effects may include:Changes in uterine bleeding such as... Read more »

Ovarian Cancer: Medications

...studying individual drugs in different combinations, investigators are looking for the optimal sequence, dosages and timing of administering them. In general, the typical regimen is as... Read more »

Birth Control Options for Women: Oral Contraception

Vitamins: Healthy Foods

...were most effective.)Broccoli (also kale, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower)Flavonoids, isothiocyanates, lutein, beta and alpha carotene. Note: Young sprouts of broccoli and cauliflower contain much... Read more »

Medications

Zoladex SubQ Uses and How to Use

...questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Dosage is based on your medical... Read more »

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