Estradiol is a specific form of estrogen, which is a broader category of female reproductive hormones. Estradiol is the most potent estrogen during reproductive years, whereas estrogen encompasses multiple hormones like estrone and estriol.
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Some cases of septic shock If your doctor prescribes dopamine, watch for these side effects: Irregular heartbeat Faster heart rate Trouble breathing Chest pain Nausea and vomiting Headache Because many drugs interact with it, it’s important that your doctor knows all the medications you take. ...
Whether you have been prescribed Lupron or any other GnRHa, you should be aware that “Gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analogs arenot like any other medication currently available for treatment of disease. As we continue to learn more about these analogs’ mechanisms of action, it is incr...
Adrenal insufficiency (in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough steroid hormones) Off-putting scents (such as heavy perfumes, rotting food, or strong food smells) Causes of Nausea and Vomiting Diagnosing Causes of Nausea The diagnosis of nausea is dependent on its cause. Reporting any ...
Maybe you have heard that above your kidneys there are two small adrenal glands which produce several hormones very important to your body. Well, Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and, in some cases, the hormone aldosterone. The dise...
Today most women think all they need do to maintain healthy bones is to take “cal/mag” supplements, have their annual bone density test, and take the medicines the doctor prescribes. The risks they are under from poor diet, lack of exercise, stress and worry are not discussed – i.e...
The endometrium thickens naturally due to the action of estrogen and progesterone, two hormones produced by a woman's ovaries during the menstrual cycle. An excessively thick endometrium may be due to endometrial hyperplasia. This abnormality is usually caused by an excessive production of estrogen bu...
A hematologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of disorders related to the blood and bone marrow. These specialists are trained to address a wide range of conditions affecting the blood and blood-forming organs, including anemia, leukemia, lymphoma, ...
MRI.This uses powerful magnets and radio waves to make pictures of your eye muscles. Blood test.It measures levels of thyroid hormones or antibodies in your blood. What Should I Ask My Doctor? When you see your doctor for follow-up visits, it's helpful to have a list of questions ready...