What is the mechanism of action of combined hormonal contraceptives?
Inhibition of ovulation
Thinning of the endometrium
Thickening of cervical mucus
All of the above
Combined hormonal contraceptives, which contain both estrogen and progestin, work through several mechanisms to prevent pregnancy
1) Inhibition of ovulation: Combined hormonal contraceptives primarily work by preventing the release of an egg from the ovaries, which is necessary for fertilization to occur.
2) Thinning of the endometrium: They can also thin the lining of the uterus, making it less hospitable to a fertilized egg and preventing implantation
3) Thickening of cervical mucus: They can also thicken cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to enter the uterus and reach an egg.