Discovery points toward new treatments for ovariectomized women
By Jordana Lenon Doctors frequently administer synthetic estradiol that mimics ovarian estradiol to alleviate sexual and metabolic dysfunction in women who have had ovariectomies for cysts, cancer or other problems. But this hormone only works to varying degrees. Furthermore, it may increase the risk of harmful side-effects, including cardiovascular disease and cancer. Recently, scientists at …