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EstrogenTherapy

Meaning

Estrogen Therapy (ET) is a clinical intervention involving the administration of estrogen compounds to women experiencing symptoms related to estrogen deficiency, most commonly due to menopause or surgical removal of the ovaries. This therapy is primarily used to manage vasomotor symptoms like hot flashes, prevent urogenital atrophy, and mitigate accelerated bone loss. Estrogen, a steroid hormone, exerts wide-ranging effects on numerous tissues, including the cardiovascular system, brain, and skin. Clinical practice requires careful assessment of individual risk factors and selection of the appropriate estrogen type, dosage, and delivery route.