A weak form of estrogen that is used in the vagina for therapy of vaginal dryness and is effective for severe dyspareunia associated with urinary tract infections. OR a weak form of estrogen that is high during pregnancy. It is not effective for treatment of hot flushes or osteoporosis but is effective for ‘vaginal dryness’ or vaginal atrophy.
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Ovulatory Disturbances: They Do Matter
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Estriol
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A decreased ability to remember, to reason or speak, associated with diseases, some medicines and aging. (See Alzheimer’s).
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