Journal of Sports Medicine & Doping Studies

Department of Obstetrics-Gynecology, Utah Valley University, Orem, UT 84058, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Disruption of the Reproductive Axis in Women Athletes: Exploring Neuroendocrine Inhibition
  Author(s): Annalisa Brown*
  
  The phenomenon of neuroendocrine blockade of the reproductive axis in female athletes has garnered significant attention due to its implications for women's health and athletic performance. Intense physical training, coupled with the physiological stress of competitive sports, can lead to alterations in the intricate balance of the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axis. This disruption often results in disturbances to menstrual function and hormonal irregularities, collectively termed as exercise-induced reproductive dysfunction. This review delves into the complex interplay between neuroendocrine factors and the female reproductive system, highlighting the mechanisms through which excessive exercise and energy deficiency can impact the regulatory networks controlling ovulation and hormone production. Furthermore, the potential long-term consequences of such disturbances, incl.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2161-0673.2023.13.324

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