by Ashley Reddish | Jul 11, 2024 | Glossary
Menopause The biological process marking the end of reproductive years and typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 with an average onset around 51. Menopause is characterized by the cessation of menstrual cycles and the decline in ovarian function. Menopause is...
by Ashley Reddish | Jul 11, 2024 | Glossary
Mifepristone A synthetic steroid compound that acts as a selective progesterone receptor antagonist. Mifepristone blocks the action of progesterone, a hormone necessary for maintaining pregnancy, leading to the detachment of the embryo / fetus from the uterine lining...
by Ashley Reddish | Jul 11, 2024 | Glossary
Misoprostol A synthetic prostaglandin E1 analog that is used for several medical purposes, including the prevention and treatment of gastric ulcers, induction of labor, and chemical abortion. Misoprostol acts by binding to prostaglandin receptors in the uterus,...
by Ashley Reddish | Jul 11, 2024 | Glossary
Ovarian Cancer A type of cancer that originates in the ovaries. The ovaries are the female reproductive organs responsible for producing eggs and female hormones. Ovarian cancer can arise from different cell types within the ovaries, including epithelial cells...
by Ashley Reddish | Jul 11, 2024 | Glossary
Ovarian Cyst The biological process marking the end of reproductive years and typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 with an average onset around 51. Menopause is characterized by the cessation of menstrual cycles and the decline in ovarian function. Menopause...
