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- == Estrogen Esters == ...ɛstər/) are a group of compounds formed from the reaction of an [[Estrogen|estrogen]] with an acid. The term "ester" comes from the German "Essigäther", which1 KB (192 words) - 21:25, 14 February 2024
- |Term=estrogen receptor test ...nds). If the cells have estrogen receptors, they may need estrogen to grow and this may affect how the cancer is treated770 bytes (111 words) - 18:27, 11 January 2023
- |Term=estrogen receptor positive ...ormone estrogen. Cancer cells that are estrogen receptor positive may need estrogen to grow.781 bytes (107 words) - 19:38, 11 January 2023
- |Term=estrogen receptor negative ...one estrogen. Cancer cells that are estrogen receptor negative do not need estrogen to grow.845 bytes (120 words) - 19:37, 11 January 2023
- ...when treated with substances that block estrogen from binding. Also called estrogen receptor negative {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]587 bytes (85 words) - 18:55, 11 January 2023
- ...me tissues, but blocks the effects of estrogen on other tissues. Tamoxifen and Raloxifene are SERMs. ...her tissues. Tamoxifen and Raloxifene are SERMs. Also known as a selective estrogen receptor modulator {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]549 bytes (77 words) - 05:18, 9 January 2023
- |Term=Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator ...fects of estrogen on other tissues. Tamoxifen and raloxifene are selective estrogen receptor modulators.786 bytes (97 words) - 06:05, 13 January 2023
- == Anti-estrogen == ...n-tee-es-tro-jen) refers to a group of drugs that inhibit the effects of [[estrogen]], a hormone that promotes the growth of some types of [[cancer]] cells.2 KB (207 words) - 22:17, 13 February 2024
- ...d with substances that block estrogen from binding and acting. Also called estrogen receptor positive {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]533 bytes (75 words) - 12:59, 11 January 2023
- ...s related to other triphenylethylene SERMs such as [[Clomifene|clomifene]] and [[Tamoxifen|tamoxifen]]. ...udes a nitro group (NO2) and is similar to that of [[Clomifene|clomifene]] and [[Tamoxifen|tamoxifen]], hence the suffix "-mifene".1 KB (172 words) - 17:48, 6 February 2024
- ...proteins found in cells. The other main type is [[Estrogen receptor alpha|estrogen receptor alpha]] (ERα). ...strogen]], and its position in the sequence of discovery, being the second estrogen receptor identified.2 KB (236 words) - 21:55, 14 February 2024
- |Term=estrogen blocker ...n blockers can stop some cancer cells from growing and are used to prevent and treat breast cancer.976 bytes (143 words) - 17:32, 11 January 2023
- '''PHTPP''' (''pronunciation: /ˈpɪtɪp/'') is a selective [[estrogen receptor]] antagonist that is used in scientific research. ...vity, making it a valuable tool in the study of estrogen receptor function and related diseases.1 KB (171 words) - 06:18, 4 February 2024
- |Term=estrogen cream ...ogen. It is used to treat some menopause symptoms, such as vaginal dryness and painful intercourse.951 bytes (143 words) - 15:14, 11 January 2023
- |Term=Estrogen replacement therapy ...lieve symptoms of menopause and to help protect women against osteoporosis and heart disease489 bytes (64 words) - 23:52, 30 December 2022
- ...ted. It is an ester of [[cytestrol]], which is a semi-synthetic, steroidal estrogen. ...rom the parent compound "cytestrol", a semi-synthetic, steroidal estrogen, and "acetate", referring to the acetic acid ester that is formed with the hydro1 KB (175 words) - 23:05, 9 February 2024
- '''Estrogen Deprivation Therapy''' ...f [[hormone therapy]] used primarily in the treatment of [[breast cancer]] and other [[hormone-dependent cancers]].1 KB (180 words) - 04:12, 12 February 2024
- ...[[hormone receptor positive]] [[breast cancer]] and other conditions where estrogen plays a significant role. ...mone. Thus, "antiestrogens" are substances that act against the effects of estrogen.2 KB (241 words) - 02:45, 7 February 2024
- == Estrogen Patch == ...type of [[Hormone Replacement Therapy]] (HRT) that delivers the hormone [[estrogen]] directly into the bloodstream through the skin.1 KB (198 words) - 23:32, 8 February 2024
- |Term=estrogen receptor ...ome cancer cells. The hormone estrogen binds to the receptors in the cells and can cause the cells to grow.704 bytes (103 words) - 22:19, 11 January 2023