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estrogen

A female sex hormone that causes the female sex characteristics to develop (such as breasts) and is necessary for reproduction.

 

Estrogen is made mainly by the ovaries. Small amounts of estrogen are also made in the adrenal glands. It may also be produced in the lab to treat certain conditions or as a type of birth control.

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