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MENSES: Ghrelin levels key to reduced estrogen in adolescents

From: Hope Waltman (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:45:25 -0500 (CDT)


Menstruation Cessation in Female Teen Athletes May Be Caused by Hormone Ghrelin levels key to reduced estrogen in adolescents

"The researchers measured levels of various hormones in females aged 12 to 18. In particular, levels of ghrelin were examined. Ghrelin is a hormone that can cause reduce secretion of hormones that regulate ovarian and menstrual function. People with anorexia nervosa, another condition of severe energy deficit, have elevated ghrelin levels."

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