Estronol (Noun)
Meaning
A naturally occurring weak estrogenic hormone secreted by the mammalian ovary; synthesized (trade name Estronol) and used to treat estrogen deficiency.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a synthetic version of estronol to alleviate her menopausal symptoms.
- Estronol levels were found to be lower in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis compared to those without.
- Researchers have been studying the effects of estronol on bone density in young women with amenorrhea.
- The pharmaceutical company marketed its synthetic estronol as a natural alternative to traditional hormone replacement therapy.
- Estronol was detected in the urine of pregnant women at significantly higher levels than in non-pregnant women.