Ethylestradiol
Ethinylestradiol
Ethinylestradiol (pronunciation: /ˌɛθɪnɪlˌiːstrəˈdaɪɒl/), also spelled ethinyl estradiol and known as EE, is a synthetic estrogen that is used widely in hormonal contraceptive methods.
Etymology
The term "Ethinylestradiol" is derived from the words "ethinyl" and "estradiol". "Ethinyl" refers to the ethinyl group (C2H3), a functional group derived from ethene (ethylene). "Estradiol" is a type of estrogen, a group of hormones that play an important role in the female reproductive system.
Usage
Ethinylestradiol is used in many forms of hormonal contraceptives, including combined oral contraceptive pills, the transdermal patch, and the vaginal ring. It is also used in hormonal therapy for menopausal symptoms and in hormone therapy for transgender women.
Related Terms
- Estrogen: A group of hormones that play an important role in the female reproductive system.
- Contraceptive: A method or device used to prevent pregnancy.
- Combined oral contraceptive pill: A type of birth control pill that contains two hormones: an estrogen and a progestin.
- Transdermal patch: A medicated adhesive patch that is placed on the skin to deliver a specific dose of medication.
- Vaginal ring: A flexible plastic ring that is inserted into the vagina to prevent pregnancy.
- Menopause: The time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop.
- Hormone therapy: Treatment with hormones to replace or supplement naturally occurring hormones.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ethylestradiol
- Wikipedia's article - Ethylestradiol
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