Estradiol

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  • noun. An estrogenic hormone, C18H24O2, produced by the ovaries and used in treating estrogen deficiency.
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  • noun. A potent estrogenic hormone ((17)-estra-1,3,5-triene-3,17-diol) produced in the ovaries of all vertebrates; the synthetic compound is used medicinally to treat estrogen deficiency and breast cancer.
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  • noun. the most powerful female hormone that occurs naturally; synthesized and used to treat estrogen deficiency and breast cancer
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    "Some studies also suggest that a form of estrogen called estradiol, delivered in transdermal patches or gels, may avoid some cardiovascular issues that oral forms have."
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