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Ovulation Inhibition
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Summary
Ovulation Inhibition
refers to the
Process of preventing the release of an egg
from the ovary, which is a
Primary mechanism of action
for many
Hormonal Contraceptives
. By
Altering hormone levels
, specifically through the
Administration of estrogen
and progestin, ovulation is suppressed, thereby
Reducing the likelihood of pregnancy
.
Concepts
Hormonal Contraception
Estrogen
Progestin
Follicular Phase
Luteinizing Hormone
Follicle Stimulating Hormone
Menstrual Cycle
Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal Axis
Negative Feedback Mechanism
Endocrine System
Emergency Contraception
Ulipristal Acetate
Ovulation Suppression
Contraceptive Patch
Oral Contraceptive
Levonorgestrel
Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill
Postcoital Contraception
Combined Oral Contraceptives
Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
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