Estradiol benzoate/progesterone
Estradiol Benzoate/Progesterone
Estradiol Benzoate/Progesterone (pronunciation: es-tra-DYE-ole BEN-zoh-ate/proh-JES-ter-ohn) is a combination of two hormones, Estradiol Benzoate and Progesterone, used in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and as a part of some contraceptive methods.
Etymology
The term "Estradiol" is derived from estra-, a prefix referring to estrus, and -diol, a chemical term denoting a type of alcohol. "Benzoate" refers to the benzoic acid ester. "Progesterone" is derived from progestational, referring to its role in maintaining pregnancy, and -one, a suffix used in organic chemistry.
Usage
Estradiol Benzoate/Progesterone is used in the treatment of menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. It is also used to prevent osteoporosis (a condition that weakens bones) in postmenopausal women, and to replace estrogen in women with ovarian failure or other conditions that cause a lack of natural estrogen in the body.
Related Terms
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): A treatment for symptoms of menopause that involves supplementing the body's natural hormone levels with artificial hormones.
- Osteoporosis: A condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break.
- Menopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop; it is also called the "change of life."
- Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an important role in the normal sexual and reproductive development in women.
- Contraceptive Methods: Methods used to prevent pregnancy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Estradiol benzoate/progesterone
- Wikipedia's article - Estradiol benzoate/progesterone
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