Hormones may be used in the treatment of neoplasms that are sensitive to the body's hormonal growth. ________ is used to treat postmenopausal cancer.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Estrogen
Hormones may be used in the treatment of neoplasms that are sensitive to the body's hormonal growth. Estrogen is used to treat postmenopausal cancer.
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