As a charity, we rely on volunary contributions to provide this information. It is a type of hormonal therapy.
Hormonal therapies alter the production or activity of particular hormones in the body.
Hormones are substances that occur naturally in the body, where they act as chemical messengers and help control the activity of cells and organs. Goserelin is given by injection under the skin of the abdomen. It can be given by your GP or practice nurse at the surgery. If you are not able to visit the surgery, a district nurse can give you the injection at home. Sometimes people may find the injection slightly uncomfortable, and may notice an area of redness at the injection site afterwards.