Hormonal drugs are used to replace low levels of natural hormones, treat some types of cancers, prevent pregnancy, minimize symptoms of menopause, and treat debilitated clients who need tissue building and increased… Major ovarian hormones include estrogen, progestin, FSH, LS, and GnRH.

Nurses must be aware of the intricate ways in which hormones are interrelated and affect health and illness overall

estrogen — primary hormone released by the ovaries; initiates the development of female genitalia and breast tissue. pregnancy — the period of time a fetus grows inside the uterus. menopause — the cessation of monthly cycles for one year. combined oral contraceptives (COCs) — contraceptive drugs that contain both estrogen and progestin in varying dosages; the three categories are monophasic (contain a fixed ratio of estrogen and progestin), biphasic….