Which of the following is a difference between LHRH agonist and LHRH antagonist therapies? A. HRH antagonists are associated with mood changes B. LHRH agonists may cause a temporary tumor flare C. LHRH antagonists are associated with lean muscle loss D. LHRH agonists are associated with heart failure.
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However, they work in slightly different ways. LHRH agonists initially increase the production of these hormones before drastically reducing them, which can cause a temporary tumor flare. On the other hand, LHRH antagonists immediately block the production of Show more…
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