Puberty: Hormonal changes can affect kidney health in girls
The period of rapid growth and hormonal changes during adolescence can make the kidneys more vulnerable to renal ischemic injury. ...
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Opioids: watch out for harmful effects on hormonal health
Opioids, medications for pain, have harmful effects on the endocrine system, and through a domino effect on reproductive, bone and ...
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A new target in the treatment of psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin disease that is often very difficult for those who suffer from it, particularly because of its ...
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PCOS: what are the symptoms?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a hormonal disorder that affects many women. Pourquoi Docteur takes stock of its symptoms. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Is fiber the best appetite suppressant?
A diet high in dietary fiber boosts the production of a key hormone that reduces appetite, a study finds. THE ...
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Male contraception: a hormone-free pill proves effective in mice
A team of researchers developed a non-hormonal contraceptive pill that proved viable in male rodents, with reversible effects. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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10 tips for good hormonal health
Certain good habits and actions help support the production of hormones, essential for the proper functioning of the body. THE ...
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Concussions: “We don’t often talk about pituitary deficits”
While the neurological effects of concussions are well known, the consequences on hormones are not often discussed. This is why ...
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Anorexia nervosa with early onset: “Problematic physical activity is a common symptom”
In prepubertal anorexia nervosa, problematic physical activity is linked to dysregulation of hormones involved in appetite regulation. THE ESSENTIAL Problematic ...
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What is Cushing’s syndrome that actress Amy Schumer suffers from?
American comedian Amy Schumer has been diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome, a rare hormonal condition caused by excess cortisol in the ...
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Menopause: how to avoid gaining weight?
Menopause is the consequence of hormonal variations, and can therefore lead to weight gain. There are a few tips to ...
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Polycystic ovarian syndrome: estradiol insensitivity to blame?
A new study reveals the hormonal system abnormalities that may lie behind polycystic ovary syndrome affecting women. THE ESSENTIAL Polycystic ...
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Pregnancy, chemotherapy… Why can our hair be modified?
Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or chemotherapy can cause changes in hair nature. THE ESSENTIAL Our hair is linked to ...
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Anesthesia: sex hormones explain why women are less sensitive
Sex hormones would explain why women are less sensitive to anesthesia. THE ESSENTIAL Anesthesia is less effective on women. Scientists ...
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Why do we get bigger belly as we get older?
As we get older, we gain more belly... Here's why. THE ESSENTIAL Abdominal fat generally increases with age. This comes ...
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Cold: why are women more cold?
Hormones, metabolism, age… Studies explain why women are more sensitive to cold than men. THE ESSENTIAL For men, the ideal ...
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Infertility: this neuron could open the way to new treatments
Researchers have demonstrated how a neuron, called Kisspeptin, impacts fertility by regulating the release of hormones that control certain aspects ...
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Menopause: better experience this major stage in a woman’s life
Menopause, characterized by hormonal changes, is an important stage in a woman's life. It can cause various symptoms such as ...
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Household chemicals reduce your chances of getting pregnant
Exposure to phthalates, an endocrine disruptor found in some household chemicals, impacts female reproductive hormones, reducing the chances of getting ...
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Cognitive decline: high thyroid hormone levels increase risks in seniors
According to a new study, thyrotoxicosis, that is to say excess thyroid hormones in the body, is associated with an ...
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Arthritis: a drop in testosterone levels to blame?
A decrease in the hormone testosterone levels may be one of the factors responsible for the development of arthritis, according ...
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Anorexia, bulimia: researchers study the role of hunger hormones
The hippocampus, which plays a role in decision-making, is sensitive to levels of hunger hormones produced in the gut. THE ...
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Liver fibrosis: a hormone has the potential to treat it
Researchers have discovered a hormone capable of inactivating the cells responsible for liver fibrosis, which could ultimately allow the development ...
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Type 2 diabetes: how estrogen protects against the disease
Researchers have discovered that estrogen, female hormones also present in men, protects against diabetes thanks to a protein. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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These regions of women’s brains are remodeled during the menstrual cycle
Certain regions of the women's brain involved in memory and learning are impacted by hormones during the menstrual cycle. THE ...
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Brain: the cause of ‘baby brain’ discovered?
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have discovered that pregnancy hormones rewire the brains of expectant mothers, which could explain ...
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Type 1 diabetes, acromegaly… Endocrine diseases in figures
Little known, endocrine diseases nevertheless bring together several pathologies. We take stock in figures. THE ESSENTIAL Endocrine diseases (or “hormonal ...
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Hormone therapy: how to regain a healthy libido after cancer
© Shutterstock / 4 PM productionHormone therapy works by preventing sex hormones, especially estrogen, from stimulating the multiplication of cancer ...
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Nausea in pregnant women: a hormone involved?
A hormone acting on the brain could be responsible for violent nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. THE ESSENTIAL During ...
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Weight loss: a hormone helps burn more calories during diets
Researchers at McMaster University have discovered a key mechanism for promoting weight loss and maintaining calorie burning while dieting: the ...
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