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The hormone-releasing IUD LNG-20 releases which hormone and what is its primary additional benefit over non-medicated IUDs?

  • A Estrogen; prevents ovulation systemically throughout the entire menstrual cycle
  • B Levonorgestrel; reduces menstrual blood loss significantly
  • C Progesterone; helps prevent ectopic pregnancy from occurring each cycle
  • D Testosterone; reduces endometriosis pain symptoms over an extended period

Correct answer: B. Levonorgestrel; reduces menstrual blood loss significantly

Explanation: LNG-20 releases levonorgestrel locally. Besides contraception, a major benefit is significant reduction in menstrual blood loss (up to 90%), making it therapeutic for menorrhagia and endometriosis.

Concept context

Understand reproductive health, family planning, contraception methods, STIs, population control, and assisted reproductive technologies.

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