title: Selected hormonal agents in gynecology.
abstract: Hormonal agents are used to treat many conditions, including endometriosis, amenorrhea, fibroids, and dysfunctional uterine bleeding. Because women visit their care provider for various gynecologic problems more than any other reason, application of therapeutic uses in this rapidly expanding field is essential for nurses working in endocrine gynecology. Strategies for hormone use are discussed in light of the goals of patient education and treatment in the areas of pain relief, fertility, and cycle regulation.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing, Yale University in New Haven, CT 06536-0740, USA.
authors.forename: M E
authors.initials: ME
authors.lastname: Rousseau
mesh_terms: D020847:Estrogen Receptor Modulators / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D005831:Genital Diseases, Female / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing; D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D020847:Estrogen Receptor Modulators; D012739:Gonadal Steroid Hormones