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Researchers found a 2.5 times higher prevalence of HFI in modern female participants compared to historic skulls, with average age of onset dropping drastically. Hormonal imbalance, lifestyle factors, and fertility habits may contribute to the condition.
Researchers found that low-risk patients aged 60 or older with small tumors and low-grade disease have mortality rates comparable to the general population. These patients may not benefit from adjuvant therapy, contradicting previous recommendations for almost all patients with hormone-responsive disease.
Researchers at Lund University have developed a new treatment option for advanced prostate cancer by targeting cancer stem cells with a STAT3-inhibitor. The study found that galiellalactone, a natural compound, has inhibitory effects on the growth of prostate cancer cells and prevents tumour growth and spreading.
A recent study found that menopause has little to no impact on the risk of developing diabetes. Instead, lifestyle changes such as losing 7% of body weight and exercising for at least 150 minutes a week can significantly lower the risk of diabetes in postmenopausal women.
Men are less susceptible to inflammatory diseases due to higher testosterone levels, which suppress phospholipase D and reduce pro-inflammatory substance production. This knowledge can inform new therapies for inflammatory diseases, requiring 'customized' treatments for men and women.
Researchers found that women are more likely to survive after gastrointestinal surgeries than men, particularly those before menopause. Female patients had lower mortality rates in various procedures, suggesting that female hormones may enhance the immune system.
Cervical ripening in preterm and term births has distinct processes, with preterm ripening caused by inflammation-induced changes and not an acceleration of the physiologic process. The study aims to determine effective therapies for each cause of preterm birth.
A new study suggests that daily testosterone therapy can improve verbal learning and memory in postmenopausal women, reducing their risk of cognitive decline. The research found significant benefits after six months of treatment.
Researchers developed a new alpha-emitter-based therapy that effectively targets and cures neuroendocrine tumors without harming healthy tissues. The treatment, called 213Bi-DOTATOC peptide receptor alpha-therapy, showed promising results in patients with liver metastases resistant to beta-particle peptide therapy.
Researchers at UNC School of Medicine have shown that transplantation of adult stem cells enriched with IGF-I can help mend bone fractures not healing properly. The treatment speeds up the healing process, restoring bone formation and strength.
A new targeted therapy, G-1, has been shown to halt the growth of tumors in animals with advanced prostate cancer resistant to hormone therapy. The treatment works by targeting and activating protein GPR30, which sensitizes tumor cells to its inhibiting effects.
A new therapeutic vaccine targets ghrelin to suppress appetite and increase energy expenditure in mice, reducing food intake by up to 82% after a single vaccination. The study suggests an alternate treatment approach for obesity that can be used in combination with diet and exercise.
Girls with anorexia nervosa saw significant increases in bone density at the spine and hip after receiving physiological estrogen therapy, according to a new study. However, they still had lower bone density than healthy-weight controls.
Men with prostate cancer treated with hormone deprivation therapy may be at increased risk of developing diabetes or metabolic syndrome. According to the study, men in the ADT group had a twofold increased probability of having diabetes compared to those who did not receive hormonal therapy.
Women with early-stage hormone receptor-sensitive breast cancer who received zoledronic acid alongside standard hormone therapy had a significantly lower risk of cancer returning (32%) compared to those on hormone therapy alone. The treatment's anticancer benefit persisted even after stopping treatment for over two years.
Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University discovered a biomarker Stat5 in breast cancer that predicts patient response to anti-estrogen therapy tamoxifen. Women with active Stat5 have an increased likelihood of responding to the treatment, while those without it are at a higher risk of dying from breast cancer.
A new predictive test developed from gene expression microarrays identified patients with a high probability of survival following chemotherapy for breast cancer. The test had a positive predictive value of 56 percent and showed significant association between predicted sensitivity to treatment and improved distant relapse-free survival.
Research published in the Journal of NeuroInterventional Surgery suggests that taking oral contraceptives or hormone replacement therapy may reduce the risk of developing cerebral aneurysms. The study found that women with cerebral aneurysms were less likely to have taken these medications and had an earlier average age of menopause.
A new study published in The Journal of Urology found that testosterone therapy does not cause rapid growth of prostate cancer in men with untreated or low-risk prostate cancer. Testosterone treatment was associated with improved symptoms and quality of life, without increasing the risk of cancer progression.
A recent study suggests that estrogen-only hormone therapy may decrease the risk of breast cancer in women who have had a hysterectomy. However, experts caution against long-term use due to unknown consequences and conflicting evidence from previous studies.
Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center have found that a synthetic form of leptin can restore fertility and reduce the risk of bone fractures in lean women with hypothalamic amenorrhea. The study shows significant improvements in hormone levels, menstrual cycles, and bone density after treatment with metreleptin.
Dr. Jan-Åke Gustafsson leads a team to develop new methods for treating severe prostate cancer using plant-derived and synthetic chemicals. The team aims to create drugs that target new areas of the androgen signaling system, offering innovative approaches to slowing cancer growth.
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that treating girls with Turner syndrome with low doses of estrogen and growth hormone significantly increased their adult height. The treatment also showed modest synergy between growth hormone and low-dose estrogen in promoting growth.
A new study found that combining 6 months of hormone therapy with radiotherapy significantly improved survival rates for men with locally advanced prostate cancer. The treatment reduced the risk of death from prostate cancer by half and deaths from any cause by a third compared to radiation alone.
Researchers analyzed 47 studies involving over 327,000 patients with chronic kidney disease and found no significant association between serum phosphorus, parathyroid hormone, or calcium levels and the risk of death or cardiovascular events. The study suggests that current clinical guidelines for mineral metabolism in patients with kid...
A study found that authors receiving industry funding were more likely to publish articles promoting menopausal hormone therapy, which may encourage physicians to continue prescribing the therapies. The study's authors caution healthcare providers to exercise caution when reading such articles.
A small clinical trial suggests traditional Chinese acupuncture can curb the severity of menopausal hot flushes and other symptoms. The treatment showed cumulative benefits, with significant improvements in somatic and psychological symptoms but minimal impact on urogenital symptoms.
Researchers found that Hashimoto's thyroiditis symptoms persist even when thyroid function is normal, affecting quality of life. Women with higher levels of anti-thyroid antibodies experienced more symptoms.
New research reveals environmental progestogens can cause sterility in frogs, particularly when exposed during early life stages. The study, conducted at Uppsala University, found that even low concentrations of levonorgestrel can lead to abnormal ovarian and oviduct development in female tadpoles.
Researchers found that people taking bisphosphonates lived longer than those without osteoporosis and even gained an extra five years of life. The study, published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, suggests a possible link between bone health and toxic metal release.
The European Menopause and Andropause Society publishes two important position statements covering common management problems in post-reproductive health, including hormone therapy options for Cardiovascular disease and Osteoporosis. The statements provide summary recommendations for clinicians to manage menopause-related symptoms.
Researchers found a protein called FUS that inhibits prostate cancer cell growth and activates pathways leading to cell suicide. Higher levels of FUS correlate with less aggressive cancer and longer survival.
A large cohort study found that hormone therapy started at menopause increases breast cancer risk, particularly among women who start therapy before or soon after menopause. The study's results support previous findings and provide new insights into the relationship between timing of hormone therapy and breast cancer risk.
A study published in JAMA Network found that escitalopram significantly reduced the frequency and severity of menopausal hot flashes in healthy women. The medication was associated with a 47% decrease in hot flash frequency compared to placebo, making it a nonhormonal option for treating menopausal hot flashes.
The TEAM study found that sequential treatment of tamoxifen followed by exemestane yields a comparable disease-free survival rate to exemestane alone, yet with distinct side effect profiles. This implies the need to tailor treatment regimens for specific patient groups.
Researchers at UNC Chapel Hill are conducting a clinical trial to determine if estrogen replacement therapy can help prevent depression and cardiovascular illness in women between 45-55. The study, funded by the NIH, aims to identify which women will benefit from estradiol treatment during perimenopause.
US women who stopped hormone therapy showed significant declines in ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and invasive breast cancer. The study of over 2 million mammogram screenings found a direct link between reduced hormone therapy and decreased breast cancer incidence.
Scientists from Scripps Research Institute have identified a novel synthetic activator of RORα and RORγ nuclear receptors, which play key roles in human metabolism and immune function. This discovery could lead to new therapeutic approaches for diseases such as diabetes and osteoporosis.
Researchers found a 26% decreased risk of dementia for women taking hormone therapy only at midlife, while late-life use increased risk by 48%. Midlife and late-life use had similar dementia risks for women not on hormone therapy.
A new study found a 30-40% higher risk of colorectal cancer among men treated with hormone-based therapy for prostate cancer. The study suggests continued routine preventive care, including colorectal cancer screening, is essential during prostate cancer treatment.
A study of over 46,500 prostate cancer patients found that long-term androgen deprivation therapy increases the risk of fractures, especially among older men with pre-existing conditions. The therapy was associated with a 20% increase in first fracture risk and a 57% increased risk of second fractures.
Research from Tel Aviv University finds that stress and anxiety are major contributors to IVF-related depression. Hormone therapy plays a lesser role in inducing depression during IVF treatment.
Researchers found that the protein N-cadherin is upregulated in prostate cancer that does not respond to hormone therapy, making it a potential target for therapy. The study suggests that a monoclonal antibody targeting N-cadherin may be effective in treating this aggressive form of prostate cancer.
A study found that testosterone treatment improved muscle mass, strength, and quality of life in frail elderly men, but these effects were not maintained six months after treatment. Researchers suggest a multi-disciplinary approach, including resistance exercise and lifestyle options, to interrupt the downward spiral into frailty.
A recent study found a decline in unnecessary care for prostate cancer patients not likely to benefit from treatment after Medicare policy changes reduced reimbursement. In contrast, patients with clear benefits from the therapy continued to receive it at the same rate.
The study found that combining hormone therapy and radiation significantly decreased the risk of death among high-risk prostate cancer patients. The addition of radiation did not increase long-term side effects.
Studies show that adding radiation to hormone therapy for prostate cancer increases survival chances, while aspirin use reduces risk of cancer death. Prostate cancer screening improves quality of life by catching the disease earlier, and radiation before surgery keeps colorectal cancer from returning.
A new Women's Health Initiative report shows hormone therapy is associated with a higher incidence of invasive breast cancer and increased risk of death from breast cancer. The study found that postmenopausal women taking estrogen plus progestin had more advanced cancers with lymph node involvement, leading to poorer prognosis
A new study found that estrogen replacement therapy significantly speeds up ovarian cancer growth and increases the likelihood of cancer metastasizing to the lymph nodes. Researchers discovered estrogen-regulated genes specific to ER+ ovarian cancer that can be targeted with new anti-estrogen therapies.
A study published in the JAMA Network found that hormone therapy use by postmenopausal women is associated with an increased incidence of invasive breast cancers, particularly those with positive lymph nodes. The study also showed a higher risk of deaths attributable to breast cancer among women who received combined hormone therapy.
A study published in Archives of Internal Medicine found that hormone therapy after menopause increases the risk of developing kidney stones by approximately 20 percent. The research calls into question the long-held belief that estrogen protects women from the disease, and clinicians need to consider the risks and benefits of hormone ...
Postmenopausal women taking estrogen therapy are at a higher risk of developing kidney stones, according to a study. The research found a significant increase in kidney stone development, with a fivefold greater risk in women with a history of kidney stones.
A study published in Cancer found that racial disparities in breast cancer care persist, even after accounting for patients' insurance and socioeconomic status. Black and Hispanic women are less likely to receive recommended treatments compared to white women.
The International Menopause Society launches new treatment recommendations for postmenopausal vaginal atrophy, a condition affecting up to half of women after menopause. The guidelines aim to improve awareness and understanding of VA among women, who often live with the condition unnecessarily due to fear of hormone replacement therapy.
The addition of immunotherapy to standard therapy increases the percentage of children with high-risk neuroblastoma who are alive and free of disease progression after two years. The new regimen, which targets a substance on tumor cells called GD2, presents a clear paradigm shift in treating this cancer.
Researchers identified insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor (IGF-1R) overexpression in 25% of triple-negative breast cancers, correlated with gene amplification. IGF-1R blockade has been successful in sarcomas, and targeting this receptor may offer new therapeutic options for triple-negative breast cancer.
A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that 70% of women are facing sexual function problems approximately two years post-diagnosis. The study suggests that specific treatments for breast cancer, such as aromatase inhibitors, can exacerbate menopausal symptoms leading to sexual problems.
A study analyzing Canadian data shows a decline in breast cancer incidence among postmenopausal women as hormone therapy prescriptions fell. The decline, which coincided with a drop in hormone replacement therapy use, suggests that HRT may be linked to an increased risk of breast cancer.
A new study found that higher baseline leptin and lower ghrelin plasma levels before dieting may predict weight regain in individuals. The research suggests that personalized weight-loss programs targeting appetite hormones could improve long-term success rates.
The Endocrine Society recommends that every newborn be screened for CAH, and positive results be followed up with confirmatory tests. The guideline also outlines treatment recommendations, including minimizing glucocorticoid dosage and considering patients' quality of life.