Mammogram and Breast Cancer Detection
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What is the primary mechanism of action of LHRH agonists?

  • They stimulate the pituitary gland to produce more LH, leading to an initial increase in estrogen production (correct)
  • They have no direct effect on the endocrine system, and only act on peripheral tissues
  • They directly bind to and inhibit the ovaries, reducing estrogen production
  • They directly inhibit the pituitary gland to reduce LH production
  • What is the purpose of using LHRH agonists in the treatment of certain conditions?

  • To stimulate the pituitary gland to produce more FSH, which then increases testosterone levels
  • To cause an initial increase in estrogen production, followed by a sustained reduction in estrogen levels (correct)
  • To directly inhibit estrogen production and lower estrogen levels
  • LHRH agonists have no clinical applications and are not used to treat any conditions
  • What is the term used to describe the initial increase in estrogen production that occurs with LHRH agonist treatment?

  • Estrogen flare (correct)
  • Estrogen elevation
  • Estrogen spike
  • Estrogen surge
  • How do LHRH agonists differ in their mechanism of action compared to LHRH antagonists?

    <p>LHRH agonists initially stimulate the pituitary to increase LH and estrogen, while LHRH antagonists directly block the pituitary-gonadal axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential clinical application of using LHRH agonists?

    <p>Treatment of prostate cancer by reducing testosterone levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rationale for the initial increase in estrogen production observed with LHRH agonist treatment?

    <p>The initial increase in estrogen production is necessary to stimulate the pituitary gland and induce a sustained reduction in estrogen levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do LHRH agonists ultimately lead to a reduction in estrogen production?

    <p>LHRH agonists cause desensitization of the pituitary gland to LHRH, leading to decreased LH and estrogen production</p> Signup and view all the answers

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