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October 2022 in “International journal of endocrinology” This study found that dihydrotestosterone treatment in female rats altered anterior pituitary gland gene expression, with significant repression of prolactin and inhibition of GnRH receptor gene expression, suggesting specific hormone production changes.
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August 2015 in “Endocrine” 44 citations
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June 1967 in “The journal of nutrition/The Journal of nutrition” This study found that essential fatty acid deficiency in rabbits leads to significant degeneration of gonadal tissue, possibly due to impaired anterior pituitary gland function.
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November 2002 in “Biology of Reproduction” This study found that prenatal antiandrogen treatment in female spotted hyenas significantly altered the LH response to GnRH, indicating partial masculinization of their anterior pituitary gland without affecting ovulatory function.
January 2024 in “World Journal of Biology Pharmacy and Health Sciences” This study observed that women with hair loss had significantly higher serum prolactin levels compared to healthy controls. Additionally, a positive correlation between prolactin and vitamin D levels was reported, indicating potential roles for these factors in women's hair loss.