Biology GCSE
Hormonal regulation of fertility
What Hormonal regulation of fertility means in Biology GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Methods deliver oestrogen, progesterone or both to disrupt the normal cycle, usually by inhibiting FSH so eggs do not mature or by thickening cervical mucus.
Topics that use Hormonal regulation of fertility
- Contraception (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Barrier and physical methods of contraception
- barrier methods
- Duration and reversibility of methods
- Effectiveness, side effects and infection risk
- Hormonal control of the menstrual cycle
- Correct and consistent use
- Intrauterine devices
- Oral contraceptives
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