hormonal
adjective
hor·mon·al
hȯr-ˈmō-nᵊl 
1
: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones
hormonal changes
hormonal therapy
2
: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (such as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels
moody hormonal teenagers
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There is also some evidence that progesterone-only contraceptives and hormonal IUDs may worsen symptoms in certain patients, likely due to the androgenic effects of progesterone or lower estradiol levels.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 11 May 2026
For people who cannot or prefer not to use hormones, Colella says that non-hormonal medications such as certain antidepressants or blood pressure drugs may similarly help relieve hot flashes and improve mood symptoms.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 9 May 2026
When in the menstrual cycle people were evaluated might also affect this, as research shows that suicidal thoughts and behaviors are strongly linked to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle.
—Eliza Zhitnik, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
The event created space for conversation about how advances in at‑home beauty devices are becoming part of evolving personal care routines, while acknowledging the experiences of people navigating hormonal conditions that can affect skin and hair growth.
—Footwear News, 7 May 2026
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 11 May 2026
For people who cannot or prefer not to use hormones, Colella says that non-hormonal medications such as certain antidepressants or blood pressure drugs may similarly help relieve hot flashes and improve mood symptoms.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 9 May 2026
When in the menstrual cycle people were evaluated might also affect this, as research shows that suicidal thoughts and behaviors are strongly linked to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle.
—Eliza Zhitnik, The Conversation, 8 May 2026
The event created space for conversation about how advances in at‑home beauty devices are becoming part of evolving personal care routines, while acknowledging the experiences of people navigating hormonal conditions that can affect skin and hair growth.
—Footwear News, 7 May 2026
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“Hormonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hormonal. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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hormonal
adjective
hor·mon·al
hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl
: of, relating to, or brought about by hormones
Medical Definition
hormonal
adjective
hor·mon·al
hȯr-ˈmōn-ᵊl
1
: of, relating to, utilizing, or produced by hormones
hormonal changes
hormonal disorders
hormonal contraceptive methods
2
: markedly influenced or affected by hormones (as sex hormones) : exhibiting behavior characteristic of increasing or fluctuating hormone levels
hormonal teenagers
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