Hypothalamic amenorrhea - The effects of environmental stresses on the reproductive system: A central effect of the central nervous system

Authors
Warren, MP Fried, JL
Citation
Mp. Warren et Jl. Fried, Hypothalamic amenorrhea - The effects of environmental stresses on the reproductive system: A central effect of the central nervous system, END METAB C, 30(3), 2001, pp. 611
Citations number
147
Categorie Soggetti
Endocrynology, Metabolism & Nutrition","Endocrinology, Nutrition & Metabolism
Journal title
ENDOCRINOLOGY AND METABOLISM CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
ISSN journal
08898529 → ACNP
Volume
30
Issue
3
Year of publication
2001
Database
ISI
SICI code
0889-8529(200109)30:3<611:HA-TEO>2.0.ZU;2-M
Abstract
Amenorrhea may develop in premenopausal women for several reasons, includin g premature ovarian failure, past contraceptive use, androgen excess, inten sive physical training, nutritional restriction, and stress. This article f ocuses on hypothalamic amenorrhea, which often is found in women with low w eight, low body fat, disordered eating, and stress.