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July 1997 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” This study found that overexpression of an enzyme in transgenic mice led to distorted polyamine levels, resulting in permanent hair loss and female infertility.
January 2013 in “Reproductive Biology” December 2025 in “Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences” This systematic review found that estrogen deficiency in postmenopausal women leads to structural and symptomatic changes in genital and cutaneous tissues, with local estrogen therapy providing short-term benefits, while evidence for device-based treatments remains limited and requires larger trials.
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February 2019 in “Urology” Hormonal treatment in transgender women reduces semen quality, but stopping treatment may improve it.
May 2026 in “CSUSB ScholarWorks (California State University, San Bernardino)” This study explored treatment options used by women with PCOS and found that many prefer lifestyle modifications and alternative therapies like low-carb, high-protein, or low-calorie diets alongside supplements such as vitamin D, spearmint tea, omega-3s, and probiotics, often in addition to prescription medications like Metformin.