A new study by The Endocrine Society reveals that low testosterone may cause health problems leading to erectile dysfunction, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease. Researchers found that 18.3% of men with erectile dysfunction had undetected testosterone deficiency.
A new study by The Endocrine Society found that overweight men are not more likely to be infertile, contradicting previous research on obese women. Greater body weight was linked to lower testosterone levels in some participants, but impaired sperm production remains the primary cause of infertility in men.
Researchers identified two key pathways controlling adult stem cells' repair and replacement abilities. By tweaking these pathways, they revived the ability of old mice's muscle tissue to repair itself nearly as well as younger counterparts.
A new multicenter study is being conducted to assess the safety of testosterone gel (LibiGel) for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire. The study aims to enroll 2,400 to 3,100 women aged 50-80 with hypoactive sexual desire disorder and follow them for at least a year.
Women with type 2 diabetes and heart disease have poorer control of both diseases and receive less intensive medical treatment than do men. Women are also more likely to have uncontrolled high blood pressure and poor long-term control of their blood glucose levels compared to men.
Researchers found that older adults are just as socially satisfied as younger counterparts, contrary to conventional wisdom. The study suggests that older adults' perception of their experiences brings them more satisfaction, enabling them to find uplift in everyday life.
A new study by The Endocrine Society found that moderate fitness levels lower the risk of death in diabetic men, reducing mortality by 40-50% over seven years. Fitness levels were categorized as low, moderate, and high based on peak metabolic rate achieved during exercise.
A new study finds that pregnant women with high insulin resistance are at a higher risk of pregnancy complications, including preeclampsia, premature rupture of membranes, and cesarean sections. Babies born to these women also face increased risks of macrosomia and hypoglycemia.
A new Canadian study found that the standard screening test for high blood sugar in children with risk factors misses nearly 3 times fewer cases of prediabetes than a longer test. The glucose stress test identified more cases of both prediabetes and metabolic syndrome. Early detection is crucial, as it can prevent or delay diabetes.
Research at UT Southwestern Medical Center suggests that ghrelin levels rise with chronic stress, decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety, but also increasing food intake and body weight. The findings provide new insights into the complex relationship between hunger hormones and mood regulation.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have created a small molecule, Isx-9, that can stimulate nerve stem cells to mature into nerve cells. This breakthrough could lead to new treatments for diseases such as Huntington's disease and brain cancer.
A new animal study suggests that estrogen treatment is not toxic per se, but its effects on the brain depend on an individual's reproductive age. In rats, estrogen therapy reduced brain damage when given before menopause, but increased it after, highlighting a narrow window of time for neuroprotective benefits.
A new study suggests that changes in ocean environments related to sea level exert a driving influence on rates of extinction, leading to the loss of up to 75-95% of species. The research links mass extinctions over time, establishing a common link and providing insight into who survives and who doesn't across these boundaries.
A new study found that some patients with type 2 diabetes can maintain good blood sugar control for years using non-insulin oral diabetic medications. The study of 191 veterans showed that 55% of patients remained on oral drugs and achieved improved hemoglobin A1c levels.