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Female reproductive and hormonal factors are associated with incidence of knee osteoarthritis

Reproductive, Hormonal Factors Tied to Knee OA in Women

Parity, having been pregnant associated with higher risk of total knee arthroplasty for osteoarthritis
For white

Rx Subsidy Ups Persistence to Breast Cancer Hormone Therapy

Greater discontinuation for white, black, and Hispanic patients not receiving subsidies
For patients with polycystic ovary syndrome

Resveratrol Reduces Ovarian, Adrenal Androgens in PCOS

Resveratrol also decreases fasting insulin level and increases Insulin Sensitivity Index
For women

SHBG, Total Estradiol Linked to Type 2 Diabetes in Women

Higher risk of T2DM with low levels of sex hormone-binding globulin, high levels of total estradiol
Estrogen and estradiol may help protect against lead's harmful effects on the frontal areas of the brain

Estrogen May Lessen Cognitive Effects of Lead Exposure

May explain why lead exposure is less likely to cause brain damage in girls than in boys
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome are at increased risk for a number of serious health problems

Women With PCOS Hospitalized More Often

Women with polycystic ovary syndrome more likely to be hospitalized for variety of reasons