Health
Researchers examine how fungal toxins impact hormones in pregnancy
A fungal toxin that hinders animal fertility and fetal development may also disrupt human sex hormones in pregnancy, according to a Rutgers Health study.
Jul 1, 2024
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News tagged with pregnancy hormones
Cardiology
The heart grows more in pregnant rats with high blood pressure
The hearts of pregnant rats with high blood pressure increase in size more than rats experiencing a normal pregnancy, according to computer model predictions. The model, developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota, ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Study of twins provides new insights into immune defense in the womb
Niklas Björkström's research group at the Department of Medicine, Huddinge (MedH) has conducted a study that provides new knowledge about how the immune system in the uterus works. This knowledge contributes to a better ...
Apr 8, 2024
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Overweight & Obesity
Males born to obese mothers more likely to suffer health issues as adults, study finds
Males born to obese women are more likely to be overweight at birth and develop metabolic complications in later life, including liver disease and diabetes. The way that male sex hormones activate pathways in the developing ...
Feb 6, 2024
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Cardiology
Five things women should ask their OB-GYN about their heart
From the time they reach reproductive age, women are encouraged to visit an OB-GYN at least once a year for a wellness exam that may include screening for breast or cervical cancer, sexually transmitted diseases or other ...
Feb 1, 2024
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Health
Pickle, anyone? Three possible reasons women get cravings during pregnancy
From pickles and french fries to oranges and ice cream, women and other people who are pregnant report craving a range of foods while they're expecting.
Jan 29, 2024
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Health
Hormone secreted by fetus causes morning sickness: study
A hormone produced by the human fetus is to blame for morning sickness in pregnant women, a study has found, paving the way to possible prevention and treatment.
Dec 24, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Study discovers cause of pregnancy sickness, and potential treatment
A Cambridge-led study has shown why many women experience nausea and vomiting during pregnancy—and why some women, including the Duchess of Cambridge, become so sick they need to be admitted to hospital.
Dec 13, 2023
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Neuroscience
Study in mice shows brain is 'rewired' during pregnancy to prepare for motherhood
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shown that pregnancy hormones "rewire" the brain to prepare mice for motherhood.
Oct 5, 2023
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Medications
New study links contraceptive pills and depression
In a global perspective, depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability. More than 264 million people are affected and at least 25 percent of all women and 15 percent of all men experience a depression that ...
Jun 12, 2023
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