The use of topical vaginal estrogens in postpartum women: A systematic review
A postpartum reduction in circulating estrogen levels, due to antagonism from elevated prolactin levels, further elevated during breastfeeding, can result in pelvic floor dysfunction, including bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction, pain and implications for perineal wound healing.
Aysha Waheed +2 more
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Menstrual cycle variations in stress vulnerability and sociability relate to mental health symptoms and libido. [PDF]
Pletzer B +4 more
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Hormonal Treatment During Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion Ameliorates Brain Death Induced Inflammation
Treatment of lungs during ex vivo perfusion with 17β‐estradiol and methylprednisolone improved graft quality. In females, treated and non‐treated groups presented reduced leukocyte infiltration and only the treatment improved perfusion flow. In males, treatment improved lung function by increasing compliance, paO2, and perfusion flow.
Marina Vidal‐dos‐Santos +9 more
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Menstrual Cycle and Hormonal Contraceptives in Female Athletes: Should Symptoms and Nutrition Matter More than Cycle Phase? A Narrative Review. [PDF]
Natalucci V +6 more
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Abstract Purpose To identify associations between systemic drugs and cataract surgery in Finland. Methods A historic cohort study based on administrative data. Endpoint event was cataract surgery. Use of drugs in question was based on redeemed prescriptions and consisted of 156 drugs.
Antti Riikonen +3 more
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Impact of testosterone-based gender-affirming hormone therapy on toll-like receptor transcript levels and peripheral blood leukocyte counts in transmasculine individuals. [PDF]
Cihan H +10 more
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Abstract Purpose Hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) in postmenopausal women appears to affect glaucoma risk, but findings are inconsistent. We aimed to explore whether the use of postmenopausal HRT plays a role in glaucoma development in Finland. Methods The main outcome variable was glaucoma incidence measured by initiation of special reimbursement ...
Sirpa Loukovaara, Jari Haukka
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Abstract When competing for resources, people appear particularly sensitive to social cues of threat, tending to submissively cede resources to more (vs. less) threatening‐looking others. This tendency appears especially pronounced among those that are physically weaker and thus more vulnerable to harm.
Valentina Proietti +5 more
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<i>Vitex agnus-castus</i> extract improved the endocrine profile and important gene expression in rat ovaries with polycystic ovary syndrome. [PDF]
Abbaszadeh M +3 more
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Update on Menopause Hormone Therapy; Current Indications and Unanswered Questions
ABSTRACT Objective To provide clinicians involved in managing menopause with a summary of current evidence surrounding menopause hormone therapy (MHT). Design The authors evaluate and synthesize existing pooled evidence relating to MHT's clinical indications, efficacy, and safety and explore the limitations of existing data. Patients The review focuses
Annice Mukherjee, Susan R. Davis
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