Androgen and Reproductive Disorders

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No Decrease in Pregnancy Rates After Radioactive Iodine Therapy

By

Jessica Nye, PhD

The aim of this study was to evaluate the possible effects of radioactive iodine therapy on ovarian function and fertility in women.

Women With Endometriosis Are at Increased Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis

By

Amit Akirov, MD

Researchers determined the association between endometriosis and the subsequent development of rheumatoid arthritis.

Metformin May Improve Acne in Patients With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

By

Colby Stong

The efficacy of metaformin for treatment of PCOS-related acne was evaluated.

Lasting Protection Against Ovarian, Endometrial Cancer With OCPs

Increased risk for breast cancer observed, which was seen for up to two years after discontinuation of oral contraceptives

Twirla Transdermal System Now Available for Contraception

By

Brian Park, PharmD

Twirla (levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol) transdermal system is now available as a method of contraception for use in women of reproductive potential with a BMI <30kg/m2 for whom a combined hormonal contraceptive is appropriate.

AHA: CVD Risk Often Unaddressed for Transgender Population

Many transgender people receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy have cardiovascular disease risk factors, and a considerable proportion are not receiving appropriate therapies.

FDA Approves Generic Version of Oral Contraceptive Taytulla

By

Steve Duffy

Gemmily contains 24 active capsules containing 1mg of norethindrone acetate and 20mcg of ethinyl estradiol and 4 capsules containing 75mg of ferrous fumarate (nonhormonal placebo).

Aortic Dissection Is Rare Complication of Pregnancy

Aortic dissection during pregnancy or postpartum is rare.

Hospital Water-Based Births Considered as Safe as Traditional Births

Hospital-based water births had no higher risk for neonatal intensive care unit admission.

CDC: 65.3% of Women Currently Using Contraceptives

In 2017 to 2019, 65.3 percent of women aged 15 to 49 years in the United States used contraception, with female sterilization the most common method.

Eclampsia Prevalence Varies Considerably by US State

There was high statewide variation observed for eclampsia, indicating that the median odds of eclampsia were higher if the same women delivered in a US state with higher vs lower eclampsia prevalence.