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The most common form of sterilization in dogs and cats is surgical, spaying in females and castration in males. Non-surgical fertility control can either result in sterilization or temporary contraception and could offer a cheaper way to keep wild dog and cat populations under control. As of 2019, only contraceptives are commercially available.
Gestrinone, sold under the brand names Dimetrose and Nemestran among others, is a medication which is used in the treatment of endometriosis. [3] [4] It has also been used to treat other conditions such as uterine fibroids and heavy menstrual bleeding and has been investigated as a method of birth control.
The high endometrial activity of dienogest underlies its ability to stabilize the menstrual cycle when combined with either ethinylestradiol or estradiol valerate (which has lower relative effects on the uterus compared to ethinylestradiol) in birth control pills, and also its use in the treatment of endometriosis. [2]
The medication was approved for medical use in the United States in May 2021. [8] [11]In May 2021, the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) adopted a positive opinion, recommending the granting of a marketing authorization for the medicinal product Ryeqo, intended for the treatment of symptoms of uterine fibroids. [15]
Endometriosis is a relatively common condition that causes pelvic pain, uncomfortable menstruation, and possible infertility. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options.
There’s no cure for endometriosis, and there isn't a universal treatment. It varies based on the stage of the endometriosis and patient's goals. “Treatment is really tailored to the specific ...
Danazol, sold as Danocrine and other brand names, is a medication used in the treatment of endometriosis, fibrocystic breast disease, hereditary angioedema and other conditions. [9] [2] [10] [11] [12] It is taken by mouth. [2] The use of danazol is limited by masculinizing side effects such as acne, excessive hair growth, and voice deepening.
The researchers also showed that 4-hydroxyindole reduced endometriosis initiation and progression in animal models, so suggest that it might be an effective treatment for the condition.