Due to biological differences between males and females, females present a natural hormonal imbalance that can cause secondary health issues, one of which being depression. Many females seek hormonal therapy to correct this imbalance and prevent such health issues from occurring. Several data has suggested that there is a relationship between taking female hormones and […]
B47: Female hormones and pelvic inflammatory disease in women: a cross-sectional study
Introduction: More than 1 million women in the US contract pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) each year causing over 100,000 infertility cases. Although several risk factors for PID have been identified, the possible association of female hormone usage and PID has not been analyzed. This study’s research question was, “Is the use of estrogen or progesterone […]
A25: Investigating the Association Between Select Heavy Metals and Infertility in U.S. Women of Childbearing Age: A Cross-Sectional Study
Objective. Infertility affects 19% of US women aged 15-49. Most US women face social stigma and healthcare access problems, especially in marginalized communities. Previous research suggests heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, and mercury are associated with increased risk of infertility. Given the prevalence of infertility and the lack of research on how heavy metals […]