Publications by authors named "Isabella Maria Albuquerque Salgado"
BMC Womens Health
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- - Endometriosis is a chronic condition affecting women of reproductive age, often treated with hormone therapy to manage lesions.
- - A study examined 330 patients on estrogen-progestin and progestin treatments, revealing that almost 54% discontinued their medication, with a higher risk linked to combined contraceptives.
- - Key side effects leading to treatment discontinuation included ongoing pain, weight gain, and spotting, highlighting the challenges patients face with these therapies.
